Scientific Name Bletilla striata Common Name Hyacinth bletilla

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Characteristics Season spring Height 8-12 inches Hardiness USDA Hardiness Zone 5-9 Flower Color deep rose, white Soil moist, rich Exposure partial shade Propagation division in fall North Carolina Regions Mountains, Piedmont, Coastal Plain Comments Hyacinth bletilla is also called hardy orchid. Its beautiful fan-like, pleated leaves are showy, and its sprays of orchid-like flowers add special appeal. Origin China, Japan

Prepared by: orginally by Alice B. Russell, retired Extension Specialist, NC State University
                     maintained and expanded by Erv Evans, Consumer Horticulturist, NC State University

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