Orchid, Phalaenopsis 'True Lady' x Phalaenopsis 'True Lady'

Orchid, Phalaenopsis 'True Lady' x Phalaenopsis 'True Lady'

With its femme fatale looks and double-cross background, this phalaenopsis might summon thoughts of Brigid O'Shaughnessy in The Maltese Falcon or any number of film noir shady ladies. But this one is a 'True Lady' ...more Ingrid Bergman than Veronica Lake! Scarlet lips and throat contrast vividly with the ivory petals. Because phalaenopsis orchids are difficult to clone, the best selections are multiplied by self-pollination, as indicated by the family tree of this lovely variety. Phalaenopsis, or "moth orchids," are easy to grow in the home. The blooming seasons lasts for up to three months and may occur more than once during the year. To coax an additional month of two of bloom from a mature plant after it has flowered, cut the spike back to just above the third node (bud) from the base.