Zygopetalum mackayi x sib 4in

A species from Peru and surrounding regions. This orchid natively grows in cloud forests and prefers cool-intermediate temperatures. The flowers are green and purple with a white lip and smell of hyacinth. A lovely species for those that enjoy a cooler growing semi-terrestrial orchid.

Blooming size but will not arrive in bloom unless stated.

ZYGOPETALUM CARE:

Potting mix: Fine bark or coarse bark/perlite mix. Repot carefully in Spring every two years before fully pot bound.

Light: Bright indirect - medium light. Not picky about window direction if placed within 3 feet. Protect leaves from direct sun exposure.

Water: Water frequently in hot months when media is near dry. Somewhat forgiving with short drought periods but prefers not to stay dry.

Temp: Intermediate-cool (50F min night, 80F max day).

Humidity: 60-70%, tolerant of moderate humidity with adequate watering.

Fertilizing: 1/2-1/4 strength urea-free balanced fertilizer, every other watering as new roots and leaves emerge. Prefers light but consistent fertilizing. Flush the pot once monthly to remove mineral build up. Decrease to once monthly or stop entirely in Winter. 

Photo credit: By Arne and Bent Larsen or A./B. Larsen, CC BY-SA 2.5 dk, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=16956569