{"title":"Garden Orchids","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"bletilla-hardy-ground-orchid","title":"Bletilla - Hardy Ground Orchid","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBring a tropical aesthetic into your garden with these purple and white hardy Orchid blooms. Hardy through most of the UK, down to -10°C.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThese bell-shaped purple or white blooms are the perfect way to bring a bit of exotic tropical colour and shape to your garden. While they have that characteristic Orchid style, they are hardy enough to enjoy life outdoors in the UK, and are suitable for growing in sheltered outdoor spots that get a bit of shade. Spring and summer blooms bring your garden to life and add a splash of colour - and if you love growing orchids indoors, why not grow these in your garden too?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"width: 100.088%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol width=\"97\" style=\"width: 17.1378%;\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"92\" style=\"width: 16.2544%;\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"178\" style=\"width: 31.4488%;\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Perennial\"}' style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDeciduous Perennial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Flower: clustered flowers on taller stems\"}' style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFlower, clump-forming growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Flowers June to August\"}' style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eFoliage and flowers in spring and summer.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cem\u003eBletilla striata\u003c\/em\u003e (Blet's little striped plant)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eChinese Ground Orchid, Purple Hardy Orchid, White Hardy Orchid, Hyacinth Orchid, Common Bletilla\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eOriginating in Eastern Asia, this orchid is native to China, Japan, Korea and Myanmar.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePruning Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePruning isn't totally necessary, but you can trim back withered leaves in autumn or in late winter.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWildlife Value\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cem\u003eBletilla \u003c\/em\u003eorchids are attractive to pollinators but won't offer much food to pollinators as they are thought to be rewardless (i.e. not containing nectar for pollinators)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePositioning\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eGrow in partial shade, in a spot sheltered from the wind.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eKeep soil moist but make sure it drains well so the plant isn't sat in a puddle. Water in dry weather, especially while the plant is blooming to keep the flowers looking fresh.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFlexible with soil type as long as it drains well and won't keep your orchid's roots too soggy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eWill benefit from a feed in spring and summer, ideally with a balanced orchid feed. Adding some compost or leaf mold to the soil around the plant will also help up its nutrient value.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eYes - this plant is non-toxic, although munching larger quantities can cause stomach upset.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eMake sure the plant doesn't dry out when it's blooming or the flowers won't last as long. A layer of mulch in winter can help keep it warmer and also add some nutrients ready for spring.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"12cm","offer_id":55646462345597,"sku":"9751725543471","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"-","offer_id":55646462378365,"sku":"1851725543471","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/bletilla-hardy-ground-orchid-786518.jpg?v=1744878666"},{"product_id":"calanthe-hardy-ground-orchid","title":"Calanthe - Hardy Ground Orchid","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe exotic, tropical orchid shape can belong to your garden with these yellow or yellow and burgundy blooms. Hardy through most of the UK, down to -10°C.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIf you're a big orchid fan, we've got good news for you: these orchids grow happily outdoors here in the UK, so you can bring your orchid obsession to your outdoor space too, whether that's a garden, patio or balcony. Just make sure they get a bit of shade and shelter from the wind! These Calanthe Orchids bloom yellow or yellow and burgundy, bringing a splash of cheerful colour in spring, and with that characteristic Orchid shape, you'd be forgiven for thinking they were strictly tropical - but this Genus also grows in subtropical areas too, and will be quite happy in many British gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"width: 100.088%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol width=\"97\" style=\"width: 17.1378%;\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"92\" style=\"width: 16.2544%;\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"178\" style=\"width: 31.4488%;\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Perennial\"}' style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEvergreen \/ semi-evergreen perennial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Flower: clustered flowers on taller stems\"}' style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFlower, bushy growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Flowers June to August\"}' style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eSpring flowers, foliage year-round\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cem\u003eCalanthe\u003c\/em\u003e spp. (beautiful flower)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eChristmas Orchid, Hardy Ground Orchid, Japanese Hardy Orchid, Prayer Plant Orchid, Yellow Hardy Orchid, Burgundy Hardy Orchid\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cem\u003eCalanthe\u003c\/em\u003e orchids are found in tropical and subtropical parts of the Americas, sub-Saharan Africa, Southeastern Asia and Oceania\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePruning Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNo pruning is necessary here.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWildlife Value\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eElsewhere in the world, \u003cem\u003eCalanthe\u003c\/em\u003e orchids have specific pollinator relationships (e.g. with carpenter bees), however here in the UK they will attract a wider range of insects, including bees, butterflies and possibly other flies or beetles too.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePositioning\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eYour orchid will appreciate shelter from the wind and a spot in partial shade.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eMake sure the soil drains well, and water in dry weather. Especially important while the plant is in flower to prevent flowers drying out.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eLoamy soils with neutral pH will keep this orchid happiest\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eWill benefit from a feed every few weeks in spring and summer, ideally with a balanced orchid feed. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eYes, this plant is considered non-toxic for pets.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eMake sure the plant doesn't dry out when it's blooming or the flowers won't last as long. In its natural habitat, this orchid can grow in the ground or on trees, so make sure the soil you plant it in drains well - this plant isn't used to being waterlogged at all.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"12cm","offer_id":55668841939325,"sku":"5602795853471","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"-","offer_id":55668841972093,"sku":"3602795853471","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/calanthe-hardy-ground-orchid-141051.jpg?v=1744878684"}],"url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.pro\/collections\/garden-orchids.oembed","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}