Cymbidium (Wallacia x Greta Guest) 'Golden Fantasy'

Cymbidium 'Golden Fantasy' is a selected cultivar from the grex Cymbidium (Wallacia × Greta Guest). This hybrid features striking golden-yellow flowers with bold red markings on the lip. It is suited to cool to temperate climates and best maintained in pot culture only. Flowers are long-lasting and borne on upright spikes through the late winter to early spring season.

Key Characteristics

• Flower size: Large (approx. 10 cm)
• Flower colour & pattern: Golden yellow with bold red markings on the lip
• Spike habit: Upright, multiple spikes per bulb
• Blooming season: Mid to late season (July to September)
• Plant size: Medium to large
• Growth habit: Clumping
• Fragrance: Not fragrant
• Flower count per spike: 8–12
• Bloom longevity: 6–8 weeks

Care Notes

• Position: Bright filtered light or gentle morning sun
• Water: Water freely during active growth; reduce during winter
• Potting: Use a free-draining orchid mix; do not plant in-ground
• Feeding: Apply balanced fertiliser fortnightly during growth; switch to bloom formula before flowering
• Climate: Cool to temperate climates
• Repotting: Every 2–3 years after flowering