Orchis — 7 species
Botanical species in the genus Orchis recorded in the PlantPeers database.
Orchis coriophora
Orchis coriophora
Family: Orchidaceae
Cultivation
Easily grown in full sun in a moist sandy loam. Orchids are, in general, shallow-rooting plants of well-drained low-fertility soils. Their symbiotic relationship with a fungus in the soil allows them to obtain sufficient nutrients and be able to compete successfully with other plants.
Full cultivation guide →Orchis italica
Orchis italica
Family: Orchidaceae
Cultivation
Requires a deep rich soil. Best grown in a sunny position in a well-drained bank and a loamy soil. Plants are fairly hardy in Britain but, because they come into growth in the winter, they are best cultivated in a frame or cold greenhouse.
Full cultivation guide →Orchis laxiflora
Orchis laxiflora
Family: Orchidaceae
Cultivation
Requires a deep rich soil. Plants can succeed in drier areas of bog gardens. Orchids are, in general, shallow-rooting plants of well-drained low-fertility soils.
Full cultivation guide →Orchis mascula
Orchis mascula
Family: Orchidaceae
Cultivation
Succeeds in most soils, but it prefers a moist loam and lots of leaf mould. Requires a deep rich soil. Grows well in full sun or partial shade, doing well in a woodland garden.
Full cultivation guide →Orchis militaris
Orchis militaris
Family: Orchidaceae
Cultivation
Easily grown on a good loamy soil. Requires a deep rich soil. Prefers a chalky soil.
Full cultivation guide →Orchis morio
Orchis morio
Family: Orchidaceae
Cultivation
Prefers a sunny position and a good loamy soil. Requires a deep rich soil. Grows well in a sunny dry border or on a scree.
Full cultivation guide →Orchis ustulata
Orchis ustulata
Family: Orchidaceae
Cultivation
Prefers a sunny position and a good limey loam soil. Requires a deep rich soil. Orchids are, in general, shallow-rooting plants of well-drained low-fertility soils.
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