How to Grow Chinese Ground Orchid
Chinese ground orchid thrives in organically rich, moist soil that is drains well. A part-shade location is ideal, although Chinese ground orchid will grow in full shade. Chinese ground orchid grows well in light, humus-rich soil such as found in the forest. Mimic this nutrient-rich environment by augmenting the soil in the selected planting location with a 4- to 6-inch-layer of well-decomposed compost. See more shade-loving perennial plants! Plant the cormlike bulbs of Chinese ground orchid 4 inches deep in spring. Water plants well throughout the season because regular moisture is essential for good growth. When planted in optimum growing conditions, Chinese ground orchid will spread to create a colony. Plants are marginally hardy in Zone 5 and benefit from a thick layer of mulch in winter. Don’t know which zone you are in? Find out here. A true orchid, Chinese ground orchids have a long vase-life. Harvest stems when one or two blooms are open. Plunge in a vase of fresh water. Replace the water daily, and the other blooms will open in following days.
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