Dactylorhiza elata (Robust Marsh Orchid)
Botanical Information
| Family | Orchidaceae |
| Genus | Dactylorhiza |
| Species | elata |
| Category | Perennials, Wildflowers & Weeds |
| Origin | Southwest Europe and Northern Africa. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 7b - 8a |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 7b |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H5 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -15 to -10 |
| Temperature (°F) | 5 - 14 |
| Height | 75 cm |
| Spread | 15 cm |
| Growth | Medium |
| Flowering Period | May, June |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | A spectacular hardy orchid, robust when conditions are optimal. Vibrant showy magenta flowers fill flower spikes atop tall stems. |
| Cultivation | Moist well drained soil, neutral to slightly acidic in pH with full sun to partial shade. |
| Leaf Description | Narrow green leaves at the bottom of the stem. |
| Flower Description | Clustered large flower spikes of 120 individual flowers, a bright magenta in colour. Markings on the petals and sepals varying in shape and number. |
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