Bletilla ochracea 'Rickey', Hardy Ground Orchid evergreen honey-scented flowers blooming mid-summer to

honey-scented flowers blooming mid-summer to early autumn

2 – 3 feet tall

Semi-evergreen foliage

This striking species was discovered by Kingdon Ward on the Temo La in the Tibetan province of Pome in 1924

serrated leaves have a yellow center with glossy green edges

Bletilla ochracea 'Rickey', Hardy Ground Orchid evergreen honey-scented flowers blooming mid-summer toIn late spring, long lasting complex flowers emerge from ribbed, strappy leaves. From creamy yellow faces protrude fiery tongues of gold densely speckled with dark orangey red. The back side of the bloom is a dusty rose burgundy. Mature size: 16 18 in Tall Minimum temperature: 10 F