Leptotes bicolor update

[LizT]

OK everyone she's finally starting to bloom. Wished they would all at once, but they're so many.

Check them out & I hope you enjoy them

[esungirl]

Oh wow, looks like it would be an amazing show if they all bloomed at once, we'll just imagine it instead. How long do the blooms last? And congrats!

[justatypn]

Liz, that is one awesome orchid. Such a delicate bloom and would be a great show if they bloomed at once...

[Tindomul]

Cool!! I've been curious about Leptotes as of late. Looks like something I might enjoy.

[Djarum Black]

OHHHHHHHH thats is lovely! I just got one today from Oak Hill I think and was wondering what to expect! I hope mine looks like yours someday! WOOOHOOOO!

[Shadow]

WOW! So many buds! Don't forget to post the photos when the blooming show begins.

[LizT]

Just wanted to say "THANKS" for all the words of encouragement from everyone. That's what I like about this place.

esungirl the flowers last about a week for me. I've seen them bloom for a month (I think maybe they were different flowers) in the greenhouse.

Note to DJ - There are several varities out there. Mine is 'Jun'. There is also a 4N which the flower stands more upright, opens wider and has a darker lip. A very very pretty plant, if I had the room I would have gotten that one as well. But at least you have a general idea.

To all excuse my lack of orchid savy should 4N be 4n?

I'll post more pics as the flowers open.

[Bolero]

I've had one of these for years and never got a single flower, I can't imagine why that is. I did have a bud once though.........;-)

I have now mounted it and although it's going backwards I'm hopefully of better results. Otherwise I will just give up on this species.

Anyway yours is lovely, a nice example of how to flower them and I have some envy.

[Shadow]

Originally Posted by LizT

To all excuse my lack of orchid savy should 4N be 4n?

I saw orchid hobbyists and vendors use both 4N and 4n....