Bletilla striata 'Variegata' - P9

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * cut flower * fragrant flowers * very beautiful in containers * easy to care for

Growth habit
Clump-forming.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in partial shade.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Tasks
- Pruning: In the period from February to March.

Care
This perennial should be cut back in autumn / late autumn when the plant begins to shrivel.

Flower
Bletilla striata forms bell-shaped, pink-coloured flowers from May. These exude a pleasant fragrance.

Use
Tubs, cutting, bee pasture, pond edge