Cymbidium Kuralta Park 'Tennyson'

Cymbidium Kuralta Park 'Tennyson' was registered by F. L. Slattery in 1984 from the cross between Cymbidium Lustrous and Cymbidium devonianum. The cultivar 'Tennyson' produces upright spikes of yellow-green flowers contrasted with a bold red-marked labellum. It is well suited to pot culture in cool to temperate climates and is valued for its strong flower presentation.

Key Characteristics

• Flower size: Medium (approx. 7–8 cm)
• Flower colour & pattern: Yellow-green with a prominent red-marked lip
• Spike habit: Upright; 2–3 spikes per bulb
• Blooming season: Mid to late season
• Plant size: Medium to large
• Growth habit: Clumping
• Fragrance: Not fragrant
• Flower count per spike: 15–25 flowers
• Bloom longevity: 6 weeks or more

Care Notes

• Position: Bright filtered light; morning sun is beneficial
• Water: Keep evenly moist during growth; reduce in winter
• Potting: Use a free-draining orchid mix; best suited to pots
• Feeding: Balanced fertiliser every two weeks in growth; change to bloom booster in autumn
• Climate: Cool to temperate conditions preferred
• Repotting: Every 2–3 years after flowering or when clumps become crowded