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Barkeria melanocaulon
Barkeria melanocaulon
Lovely, full, lavender-pink flowers held high above the plant on tall and slender, upright to arching stems. The attractive, cane-like foliage is seasonally deciduous, so it is best grown protected from winter rains. An elegant and fairly obscure species from Mexico.

Established blooming-size seedlings. 'Seedlings' are the offspring of pollination; as siblings these may be very similar, yet each seedling is actually unique and no two seedlings are exactly identical in precise color or shape.

Intermediate to Temperatu. June - July blooming. Species from Mexico.
Orchid of the Day: June 14, 2021
starting at
$25.00
Brassocattleya Amethyst
Brassocattleya Amethyst
Elegant blossoms grace this intergeneric primary hybrid, from the cross between Brassavola cullculata and Cattleya purpurata. The sturdy foliage of this resilient plant is of a terete (succulent-like) texture and grows nicely compact.

With slender petals gracefully arching outward these flowers have a range of hues between cream-white and shell pink tints. This cross was fist done in the 1980s, but when we remade it we used an alba-white Cattleya purpurata, accentuating the contrast of the lip markings that come from that parent's lineage; like the seedling pictured above some have bright pink lips.

Established blooming-size seedlings. Seedlings are the offspring of pollination; as siblings they may be similar, yet each seedling is unique and no two seedlings are identical in precise color or shape. There is no way to tell ahead of time exactly which colors and display each seedling will favor. Enjoy the surprise!

Temperature Tolerant. July blooming.
Orchid of the Day: July 7, 2021
starting at
$35.00
Brassocattleya Kuchulu
Brassocattleya Kuchulu
This 'little darling' (hence, Kuchulu) displays vibrant sunset colors on this remarkable intergeneric hybrid! From the cross between the fiery-colored Cattleya Ateshperest and the elegant Brassavola flagellaris, and what a lovely combination they are! These seedlings have such a wide range of brilliant colors, a sample seen in the photo above: golden yellows, bright orange, crimson hues, and some even have contrsting lips. The sturdy foliage has a terete (succulent-like) texture and compact growth habit.

Established blooming-size seedlings. Seedlings are the offspring of pollination; as siblings they may have some similarities, yet each seedling is unique and no two seedlings are identical in exact color or shape. There is no way to tell ahead of time exactly which colors and display each seedling will favor. Enjoy the surprise!

Temperature Tolerant. July - August blooming.
Orchid of the Day: July 22, 2021
starting at
$35.00
Brassocattleya Tidepool Treasure
Brassocattleya Tidepool Treasure
The colorful blossoms of this intergeneric hybrid resemble little fireworks! Slender petals arch back around the prominent lip: lip color is white or magenta, and the colorful petals have bloomed either in pink hues, or yellow hues. The flowers are usually between 3 and 4 inches across, and the foliage stands up to 14 inches tall. The sturdy foliage has a terete (succulent-like) texture and compact growth habit. From the cross between Cattleya Latona and Brassavola cullculata.

Established blooming-size seedlings. Seedlings are the offspring of pollination; as siblings they may be similar, yet each seedling is unique and no two seedlings are identical in precise color or shape. There is no way to tell ahead of time exactly which colors and display each seedling will favor. Enjoy the surprise!

Temperature Tolerant. July blooming.
Orchid of the Day: July 11, 2021
starting at
$35.00
Bulbophyllum acutebracteatum
Bulbophyllum acutebracteatum
This unusual, ultra-miniature, crawling-type Bulbophylum is one of our smallest orchids! The vibrant, braid-like inflorescences are one to two inches long with bright orange flowers. . Intermediate growing. July - August blooming. Species from West Africa.
Orchid of the Day: July 26, 2015
starting at
$17.50
Cyrtorchis arcuata
Cyrtorchis arcuata
The petals of these bright-white, star-like flowers curve back dramatically towards the long, pale green nectar spur. As many as six of these robust flowers can bloom along their gently arching stem, looking like a sprig of shooting-stars!
Sweet fragrance and the long nectar spur suggest moth pollinators, so the scent is likely strongest at dusk and perhaps throughout the night. The foliage has a monopodial (fan-like) growth habit that is compact and sturdy; this and it's strong, twining roots make for a particularly exciting plant for hanging pots and baskets.

These established plants are self-propagation** seedlings of plant from R. Northen. The blooms resemble their origin flower with minimal variation.

** "Selfing" propagation is done by pollinating a flower with its' own pollen. The resulting seedlings are technically unique, and may vary slightly in precise color, size, or markings, yet generally posses a strong resemblance to the self-pollinated flower.

Temperature Tolerant. July blooming. Species from most of Sub-Saharan Africa.
Orchid of the Day: July 13, 2021
starting at
$100.00
Dendrobium lindleyi
Dendrobium lindleyi
This species from Vietnam produces showers of quarter sized golden-yellow flowers. Growth habit is compact and attractive with short pseudbobulbs covered with paper-like sheathing. Flowers have sweet honey-like fragrance. Formerly known as Dendrobium aggregatum. Intermediate growing. July - August blooming. Species from Vietnam.
Orchid of the Day: July 21, 2018
starting at
$35.00
Dendrobium teretifolium
Dendrobium teretifolium
Vegetatively, more etherial sculpture or mobil than orchid, this Australian species, nonetheless, produces clusters of intriguing one inch fragrant white flowers. In its native habitat, it grows as an epiphyte or lithophyte, making it well suited for mounted or basket culture. Temperature Tolerant. July - August blooming. Species from Australia.
Orchid of the Day: July 29, 2011
starting at
$35.00
Encyclia (Mem Alberto Mulas x hanburyi)
Encyclia (Mem Alberto Mulas x hanburyi)
Colorful sprays of showy blossoms are on prominent display from this Encyclia hybrid. These gently ruffled flowers have a mahogany color a tinted overlay of either burgundy or copper, and each has a showy pink lip. The deep coloration and larger flower size come from Encyclia Memoria Alberto Mulas (Encyclia adenocaule x Encyclia alata) and the coppery hues and pink lip are from Encyclia hanburyi.

In full flower these first-bloom seedlings may stand up to 18 inches tall, but we expect mature plants' flower stems to grow even taller with upright to arching spike habit. An outstanding and compact companion plant to Cymbidiums and outdoor Laelias.

Established blooming-size seedlings. 'Seedlings' are the offspring of pollination; as siblings they may be very similar, yet each seedling is unique and no two seedlings are identical in precise color or shape.

Temperature Tolerant. July - August blooming.
Orchid of the Day: July 21, 2021
starting at
$25.00
Encyclia (Purple Glory x hanburyi)
Encyclia (Purple Glory x hanburyi)
Colorful sprays of showy blossoms are on prominent display from this Encyclia hybrid. The flowers are enchanting hues of rich and smoky burgundy with accents of bright coral-pink tint, and each has a broad and frilly magenta lip. Mature foliage may stand up to 10 inches tall, with upright to arching flower sprays held well above. An outstanding and compact companion plants to Cymbidiums and outdoor Laelias.

This hybrid enjoys slightly larger flowers than most Encyclias, because of its parent Encyclia Purple Glory (recently reclassified as a Catyclia) which also lends its' wine hues. The smoky color and showy pink lip are from the Encyclia hanburyi parent.

Established blooming-size seedlings. 'Seedlings' are the offspring of pollination; as siblings they may be very similar, yet each seedling is unique and no two seedlings are identical in precise color or shape.

Temperature Tolerant. June - July blooming.
Orchid of the Day: March 14, 2024
starting at
$25.00
Encyclia tampensis (Damselfly x Beauty Mark)
Encyclia tampensis (Damselfly x Beauty Mark)
The flowers on these seedlings range from green to bronze in color, with a magenta-pink mark on the lip, as pictured by the parents' photos featured above. This species is beloved among 'teacup'-size miniatures for its compact foliage and charming floral display. Don't let its small size fool you: this is a resilient and versatile species that can thrive either outdoors with the Cymbidiums, or inside with the indoor Cattleyas!

Established blooming-size seedlings. 'Seedlings' are the offspring of pollination, as siblings these may be similar, yet each is unique and no two are identical in precise color or shape.

Temperature Tolerant. June - July blooming.
Orchid of the Day: July 2, 2023
starting at
$25.00
Epidendrum porpax 'St Nancy', CCM/AOS
Epidendrum porpax 'St Nancy', CCM/AOS
This intriguing, miniature species from Colombia has compact, succulent-like foliage and produces distinctive, charming flowers. These perky green flowers have a large, shiny, cocoa-red lip, and are each about the size of a nickel. When in bloom, this great miniature is only about five inches tall, and that's including the pot! In its native habitat, this species grows epiphytically in pine and oak forests at elevations up to 6000 feet. In cultivation, it grows well under intermediate conditions, but will also grow outside with Cymbidiums.

Established blooming-size divisions from our mother-plant.

Intermediate growing. July - September blooming.
Orchid of the Day: August 15, 2023
starting at
$25.00
Isochilus linearis
Isochilus linearis
The two most common comments we hear when a customer sees this fascinating orchid for the first time are, "that's beautiful" and "is that really an orchid?" With its grass-like foliage and small clusters of tubular dark pink flowers, it is truly unusual. We grow it outdoors where it grows into fine specimen plants. Temperature Tolerant. June - July blooming.
Orchid of the Day: June 29, 2018
starting at
$35.00
Jumellea (arachnantha x fragrans)
Jumellea (arachnantha x fragrans)
Exquisite blossoms adorn this primary hybrid from the islands surrounding Madagascar. Creamy-white flowers bloom singly, each 1.5 inches across, with long and slender petals that gracefully sweep downward with the green-tinted nectar spur. The delicate appearance of the blooms contrasts beautifully with the strong monopodial (fan-like) foliage.

The region of Madagascar is famed for its moth-pollinated, night fragrant orchids and this hybrid's parents contribute that fascinating quality. It is from the cross between Jumellea arachnantha, from the cool forests of the Comoros Islands, and Jumellea fragrans, from both the warm and cool forest areas of Mauritius and Reunion.

Established blooming-size divisions from our mother plant.

Cool to Intermediate. June - July blooming. Species from Madagascar.
Orchid of the Day: June 9, 2021
starting at
$45.00
Oncidium flexuosum
Oncidium flexuosum
This South American species is an enduring favorite of ours, due to its clouds of bright yellow flowers, tolerance of cold seasonal temperatures ( at our nursery it went down to 26 degrees F for 2 hours - without any problems!), and its ease and willingness to bloom. To accommodate its climbing nature, many customers mount them on cork slabs or tie them into slatted wooden baskets.

Established blooming-size divisions from our mother-plant.

Temperature Tolerant. July - September blooming. Species from Brazil.
Orchid of the Day: April 14, 2024
starting at
$35.00
Pleurothallis pubescens
Pleurothallis pubescens
For enthusiasts of bizarre-flowering orchids this species from Brazil is sure to delight! A series of tear-drop shaped, deep burgundy flowers bloom from the base of the leaf along its center. Intermediate growing. July - August blooming. Species from Brazil.
Orchid of the Day: June 28, 2017
starting at
$25.00
Restrepia brachypus
Restrepia brachypus
This is one of those plants that gets a lot of "Oh, wow"s as people peer at the fascinating, insect-like flowers amid their charming, paddle-like leaves. The flowers are yellow under fine stripes of deep red. As it is a compact plant it doesn't take up much space.
Intermediate growing. July blooming. Species from Colombia.
Orchid of the Day: July 7, 2020
starting at
$25.00
Scaphosepalum microdactylum
Scaphosepalum microdactylum
Big name, tiny orchid! With rust-purple flowers measuring in at slightly over an eighth of an inch in length, this central American species is oddly charming, particularly when viewed through a magnifying glass. Very free blooming. Warm to Intermediate. July-November blooming. Species from Central America.
Orchid of the Day: October 16, 2011
starting at
$17.50
Vanda Paki
Vanda Paki
An outdoor-thriving and very free-blooming primary hybrid from the crossing of Vanda suavis and Vanda cristata. These blooms have the unusual, cinnabar-red lip markings of V. cristata and the delightful speckled pattern and rounded shapes of V. suavis.
Once they reach 'specimen' size, which usually means they plant is large enough to have branched foliage, they bloom for most of the year! Great outdoors with Cymbidiums or in with the Cattleyas.

Established blooming-size seedlings. 'Seedlings' are the offspring of pollination; these siblings may be very similar, yet each seedling is unique and no two seedlings are identical in precise color or shape.

Temperature Tolerant. May - July blooming.
Orchid of the Day: February 18, 2023
starting at
$30.00

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