Cymbidium Seeds – Orchid

Cymbidium Seeds – Orchid Variety produce elegant and long-lasting blooms that add a touch of sophistication to any indoor or outdoor garden. Known for their graceful flower spikes and striking color combinations, Cymbidium orchids are among the most popular orchid types cultivated worldwide. These plants are highly valued for their durability, extended blooming period, and ability to thrive in cooler climates compared to other orchids.

Cymbidium orchids are ideal for growing in containers, greenhouses, or shaded garden areas. With proper care, they reward growers with vibrant flowers that can last for several weeks, enhancing both living and work spaces with their tropical appeal.

Features:

• Type: Perennial ornamental plant

• Common Name (US): Orchid

• Scientific Name: Cymbidium spp.

• Flower Color: Varies—commonly white, pink, yellow, or green shades

• Bloom Size: 2–4 inches across

• Growth Habit: Upright with long, narrow leaves and clustered flower spikes

• Height: 12–36 inches (30–90 cm)

• Soil Requirement: Well-drained orchid mix (bark-based or perlite blend)

• Sunlight: Partial shade to filtered sunlight

• Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist, avoid waterlogging

• Bloom Time: Winter to early spring

• Special Feature: Long-lasting blooms; suitable for indoor display and cut flowers

Specifications:

• Planting Season: Spring or early summer

• Hardiness Zones (USDA): Zones 9–11 (grown as indoor plant in cooler zones)

• Sowing Method: Sow seeds on sterilized medium under controlled humidity; suitable for greenhouse or indoor setup

• Germination Time: 30–90 days (varies by growing conditions)

• Germination Temperature: 70–80°F (21–27°C)

• Spacing Between Plants: 8–12 inches (20–30 cm)

• Mature Plant Height: 1–3 feet (30–90 cm)

• Best Growing Months:

  • Northern Zones (5–7): Indoors year-round, bloom in December–April

  • Mid Zones (8–9): March to September outdoors, bloom in winter

  • Southern Zones (10–11): February to November outdoors

• Maintenance: Moderate; repot every 2–3 years and protect from direct midday sun

• Uses: Indoor decoration, greenhouse growing, patio containers, and ornamental landscapes