Orchids (Hardy)

Orchids are much-loved by gardeners, but often thought to be too difficult for most gardeners. In fact, a number of hardy orchids are easily grown by any experienced gardener.

A number of genera, such as Bletilla, Calanthe, and Cremastra, are no more challenging than ferns or trilliums. Even the ladyslipper orchids (Cypripedium) are not too difficult if you choose the right spot and stick to the more forgiving species.

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Bletilla striata 'Gotemba Stripes'

Bletilla striata 'Gotemba Stripes'

This is one of the easiest orchids for the woodland garden, growing well in any humus-rich well drained soil, in light shade or with morning sun. This exciting variegated variety from Japan has variegated yellow-striped leaves and purple flowers. We ...
SKU: #295 3.5" pot  (1 ) $45.00

Bletilla striata 'Junpaku'

Bletilla striata 'Junpaku'

Bletilla striata is one of the most beautiful hardy terrestrial orchids, normally with a purple flower. This new Japanese selection has a true albino flower, with no trace of any other color. This is much more beautiful than the white-flowered form ...
SKU: #834 3.5 inch pot  (1 ) $55.00

Bletilla striata 'Kuchibeni' NEW! New!

Bletilla striata 'Kuchibeni' NEW!

This old Japanese selection is sometimes sold under the name "First Kiss"; the Japanese name means "pink lips" or "lipstick". The pure white tepals contrast with the pretty pink lip of the flower. USDA Zones 5-9. 3.5" pot. Bletilla is among t...
SKU: #7718 3.5" pot  (1 ) $15.00

Bletilla striata 'Lips'

Bletilla striata 'Lips'

Bletilla is one of the easiest and most beautiful hardy orchids for the woodland garden. They thrive in very well-drained soil in light shade of with morning sun. This new and very rare Japanese selection has three lips instead of one, for a complete...
SKU: #835 3.5 inch pot  (1 ) $65.00

Bletilla striata 'Murasaki Shikibu'

Bletilla striata 'Murasaki Shikibu'

This is one of the easiest orchids for the woodland garden, growing well in any humus-rich well drained soil, in light shade or with morning sun. The typical Bletilla striata has purple flowers, but this new introduction has flowers with a strong blu...
SKU: #294 3.5 inch pot  (1 ) $35.00

Bletilla striata 'Soryu'

Bletilla striata 'Soryu'

This is one of the easiest orchids for the woodland garden, growing well in any humus-rich well drained soil, in light shade or with morning sun. The typical Bletilla striata has purple-pink flowers, but this new introduction has flowers that are a d...
SKU: #1397 3.5 inch pot  (1 ) $44.00

Bletilla striata, white flower & leaf margin NEW! New!

Bletilla striata, white flower & leaf margin NEW!

This is one of the several varieties sold as "variegata", a meaningless and invalid name. This variety has a white leaf margin with a white flower. USDA Zones 5-9. 3.5" pot. Bletilla is among the easiest of terrestrial orchids for woodland gar...
SKU: #7719 3.5" pot  (1 ) $14.00

Bletilla striata, white margin NEW! New!

Bletilla striata, white margin NEW!

Another variety sold as "variegata", this one with the typical purple/pink flower of the species and a white leaf margin. USDA Zones 5-9. 3.5" pot Bletilla is among the easiest of terrestrial orchids for woodland gardens in temperature climate...
SKU: #7720 3.5" pot  (1 ) $14.00

Calanthe aristulifera

Calanthe aristulifera

A rare and fairly hardy terrestrial orchid from the mountains of Kyushu island in Japan. It is a terrestrial orchid with handsome evergreen leaves and spikes of large pink flowers to about 15" tall. This is one of the rarest and most beautiful Calant...
SKU: #837 3.5" pot  (1 ) $44.00

Calanthe discolor

Calanthe discolor

A very durable, cold-hardy species from Japan with showy 10" spikes of bicolored flowers, usually purple-brown and white, in May. The attractive foliage is evergreen. Blooming-size (7 year old) virus-free plants from flasked seedlings. Plant in well-...
SKU: #297 3.5" pot  (1 ) $24.00

Calanthe reflexa

Calanthe reflexa

This August-blooming species is unusual for its late summer bloom. It is a widespread Japanese species with bi-colored lavender-pink and white flowers and clumps of evergreen foliage. Requires humus-rich well-drained soil in light to moderate shade. ...
SKU: #300 3.5" pot  (1 ) $24.00

Calanthe sieboldii

Calanthe sieboldii

This is a robust species from East Asia with very large, bright yellow flowers, the showiest species in bloom. The evergreen foliage is bold and attractive. Grow in a humus-rich well-drained soil in light to moderate shade. Virus-free plants from fla...
SKU: #301 3.5" pot  (1 ) $28.00

Calanthe tricarinata

Calanthe tricarinata

After many years of frustration, we finally have enough of this wonderful plant to sell. This species is remarkable for its hardiness, but also its beauty, with tall spikes of yellow-green and red flowers in spring. The lip of the flower is elaborate...
SKU: #303 3.5" pot  (1 ) $36.00

Calanthe X Kozu hybrids

Calanthe X Kozu hybrids

This hybrid of the very hardy C. discolor and the tender but fragrant C. izu-insularis offers 10" spikes of deliciously fragrant flowers in white, pink, red, brown, and purple, plus bi-color combos. Evergreen foliage is attractive throughout the year...
SKU: #298 3.5" pot  (1 ) $28.00

Calanthe X Takane hybrids

Calanthe X Takane hybrids

These are hybrids of Calanthe discolor and C. sieboldii. They have attractive evergreen foliage and a wide range of flower color: red, orange, brown, yellow, and cream, plus combinations. Grow in rich well-rained soil in light to medium shade. If you...
SKU: #302 3.5" pot  (1 ) $30.00

Cephalanthera falcata

Cephalanthera falcata

Japanese native orchid with spikes of bright yellow flowers in spring. Needs light shade or morning sun, and moist but well-drained soil. Easier in a raised bed. Blooming size plants. USDA Zones 5-8. 2.5" pot....
SKU: #304 2.5" pot  (1 ) $38.00

Cephalanthera longibracteata

Cephalanthera longibracteata

Japanese terrestrial orchid rare in cultivation with spikes of white flowers in late spring. Likes moist but well-drained soil in light shade. Native to Japan, Korea. Like many woodland orchids, this species is easiest to grow in a raised bed. USDA Z...
SKU: #305 2.5" pot  (1 ) $30.00

Cremastra variabilis

Cremastra variabilis

Easy woodland orchid common in Japan but seldom seen in cultivation here. 10 inch tall stalks of flowers bloom in late spring to early summer, a lovely but hard-to-describe combination of pink, peach, and buff. Glossy evergreen leaves disappear in su...
SKU: #307 3.5 inch pot  (1 ) $22.00

Cypripedium debile

Cypripedium debile

This is the smallest of the cypripediums, growing only about 3" tall, with two glossy pointed oval leaves. The flower is small and nodding, white with purplish markings on the pouch. This has done well here for several years in a raised bed in shade...
SKU: #624 2.5" pot  (1 ) $36.00

Epipactis thunbergii

Epipactis thunbergii

Vigorous terrestrial orchid from Japan, where it grows along streams and in damp meadows in partial shade. Showy yellow/orange flowers in summer on 2' tall stems. Makes large clumps when established in moist well-drained soil. USDA Zones 5-8. 2.5"...
SKU: #338 2.5" pot  (1 ) $28.00

Liparis kumokiri

Liparis kumokiri

Widespread Asian terrestrial orchid species with deciduous medium green leaves ruffled at the edges. Tall spikes of yellow-green or greenish-white flowers bloom in summer. Needs excellent drainage in a gritty soil with some humus. Good trough plant. ...
SKU: #345 2.5" pot  (1 ) $16.00

Liparis makinoana 'Fuji'

Liparis makinoana 'Fuji'

Widespread Asian terrestrial orchid species found from southern Japan to Hokkaido, and in Korea. It has deciduous medium green leaves to about 5" tall. The species has spikes of green or purplish flowers blooming late spring, but this rare selection ...
SKU: #7518 2.5" pot  (1 ) $45.00

Orchis graminifolia hybrids

Orchis graminifolia hybrids

Hybrids with an easy terrestrial orchid from Japan that grows on cliffs and steep hillsides. Showy pink, purple, white or bicolored flowers in July. Needs well-drained soil in light shade. Mixed colors. Tubers are like tiny dahlia tubers and are alwa...
SKU: #351 2.5" pot  (1 ) $16.00

Oreorchis patens

Oreorchis patens

This rarely-offered terrestrial evergreen woodland orchid from Japan is deciduous in summer, with bright green slightly pleated leaves fall to late spring. The 8" spikes of yellow flowers bloom in spring. Easy in very well-drained woodsy soil, not to...
SKU: #7299 2.5 inch pot  (1 ) $26.00

Phaius flavus f. punctatus

Phaius flavus f. punctatus

Terrestrial orchid from southern Japan, with attractive evergreen foliage and tall spikes of beautiful waxy yellow flowers in early summer. This form with spotted leaves occurs in the wild, scattered among green-leaved plants. It is a good pot plan...
SKU: #354 3.5 inch pot  (1 ) $24.00
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