Giant Helleborine. An orchid with spirally arranged leaves and dense spikes of pretty bright, greenish yellow, veined flowers. Max Height 30cm to 40cm. Max Spread 1.5m. Flowers March to May. Shaded site. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Epipactis gigantea
An orchid with spirally arranged leaves and dense spikes of pretty bright, greenish yellow, veined flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Epipactis |
|---|---|
| Species | gigantea |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Giant Helleborine |
| Flower Colour | green, yellow |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Shaded site |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 30cm, 40cm |
| Family | Orchidaceae |
| Spread | 1.5m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | March, May |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Woodland, Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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