Nodding ladies' tresses
Spiranthes cernua
Nodding ladies' tresses is a delicate native terrestrial orchid best suited for moist meadows, rain gardens, or naturalized areas with partial shade. It requires consistently moist, slightly acidic soil and does not tolerate drought or heavy clay. This charming autumn bloomer rewards attentive growers with spiraling spikes of small, fragrant white flowers.
Care Level
High
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
120″ – 360″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Flowers
mixed
Watering Schedule
Every 5-7 Days During Growing Season • Keep Soil Evenly Moist But Never Saturated; Reduce Watering In Winter Dormancy
Soil pH
4.5 – 6.5
Temperature
-25° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 180″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Fine
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Sep 24, 2022 by Tristan Jaton-Maria (cc-by-sa)
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