Bletilla ochracea 'Imperial Dragon' (Chinese Ground Orchid)

Family: OrchidaceaeZone: 7 - 9 Natural Range: China, Vietnam Soil:  Average, humus rich Light:  Part shade, sun Height:  12"- 24"Bloom Time:  June to AugustAttributes:  Deciduous, Large creamy yellow flowers with orange back to petals, red spotted and deep yellow throat.Notes:  Bletilla ochracea are not as cold hardy as Bletilla striata but they offer an attractive alternative color to the usual pinks.  Usually flowers a bit later than Bletilla striata. Plant next to rocks or mixed in the sunny perennial border.  When mature and settled into its spot, a plant can bloom for months.  Bletillas can be grown in a pot if kept cool but not too cool and a bit on the dryer side during the winter. Pot Size:  4" Band Pot, Bare Root