Paphiopedilum orchid (Lady slipper Orchid)

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Paphiopedilum orchid otherwise known as the lady slipper orchid is a beautiful and unusual orchid. The slipper orchid grows naturally in India and Asia. This variety has thick deep green glossy strap-like leaves with tall flower stems. The flowers are beautiful and delicate, the base or ‘slipper’ is light purple with lime green fuzzy petals and spotted ruffles.

RATING- Easy-Moderate

LOVES- A semi-shady spot away from direct sunlight. Water from the bottom roughly once a week. Feed monthly in the growing season

HATES- Roots sitting in water, tip away excess after soaking. Doesn’t like the roots to dry out

Pot diameter 12cm

Please note the flowers on this plant are fragile and therefore may not travel well. We cannot accept responsibility for any damage to the flowers in transit, but will ensure they are packaged appropriately. The orchid we currently have in stock has buds but is not currently in bloom.

More information and care recommendations are below.

Overview

Paphiopedilum orchid otherwise known as the lady slipper orchid is a beautiful and unusual orchid. The slipper orchid grows naturally in India and Asia. This variety has thick deep green glossy strap-like leaves with tall flower stems. The flowers are beautiful and delicate, the base or ‘slipper’ is light purple with lime green fuzzy petals and spotted ruffles.

Quick Care Guide

Care Difficulty: Has moderately easy care needs.

Light requirements: Prefer bright indirect light. Direct sunlight can cause the leaves to burn.

Watering: Water weekly in lukewarm water from the bottom allowing it to drain afterwards.

Humidity: Enjoy some humidity. Browning tips are usualyy caused my dry air. Increase by placing in kitchen or bathroom, using a humidifier or grouping plants together.

Toxicity: Not known to be toxic to humans and pets

Feeding: Enjoys being fed during Spring- Summer growth period. Always follow the instructions on your feed of choice. Preferable to use orchid feed.

Repotting: Repot around every two to three years using orchid bark/soil -check to see if the roots are growing to big for the pot!

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Free local delivery to Brighton & Hove homes and surrounding areas is available.

UK Nationwide delivery fees (for total orders under £50):

£4 for 48-hour tracked delivery via Royal Mail
£6.95 tracked next-day working day delivery with UPS (order must be received before 2pm to guarantee next-day delivery).

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Refunds & returns

Refunds are available for any plant or product with an obvious fault. The request must be made within 7 days of delivery via email or by phone.

Any products damaged in transit will require photos to be submitted via email. If we think they are salvageable we will provide you with return labels. If they are not we will provide a full refund, but we require the complaint to be submitted within 7 days of receiving the plant.

Any return of plants within 7 days for any other reason will require the customer to pay for that return postage. Full details can be found here on our Refunds Policy page.

Please note: Refunds or exchanges can not be made on ‘Sale’ items.

Paphiopedilum orchid (Lady slipper Orchid)

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