Autumn lady's tresses spiranthes
Spiranthes spiralis
Autumn lady's tresses is a delicate terrestrial orchid that requires a very specific growing environment, including well-drained calcareous grassland soil and a mycorrhizal fungal partnership to thrive. It prefers partial shade to dappled sunlight and consistent moisture during its brief autumn blooming period. This is a specialist plant best suited to experienced growers who can replicate its native chalk-grassland conditions.
Care Level
High
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
6″
Watering Schedule
Every 5-7 Days During Active Growth • Keep Soil Consistently Moist But Never Waterlogged; Reduce Watering In Dormancy
Soil pH
6 – 7
Temperature
-20° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Cutting
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Sep 19, 2019 by Slavko Struna (cc-by-sa)
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