Cymbidium Mary Green 'Copper Pot'

Cymbidium Mary Green 'Copper Pot' is a selected cultivar from the grex Cymbidium Mary Green. It is a hybrid between Cymbidium Sarah Jean and Cymbidium devonianum, registered on 9 July 1991 by J. & H. Larsen. This cultivar produces striking copper-apricot blooms with burgundy lips on short spikes during the cooler months. It is suited to pot culture only and performs well in cool to temperate climates.

Key Characteristics

• Flower size: Medium (approx. 5 cm)
• Flower colour & pattern: Copper to apricot petals with dark burgundy lips and pale central markings
• Spike habit: Short / Multiple spikes per bulb
• Blooming season: Mid season (July–August)
• Plant size: Medium
• Growth habit: Clumping
• Fragrance: Not fragrant (not stated)
• Flower count per spike: Up to 30
• Bloom longevity: 4–6 weeks (typical)

Care Notes

• Position: Bright filtered light or morning sun
• Water: Water regularly during active growth; reduce in winter
• Potting: Use free-draining orchid mix; never plant in-ground
• Feeding: Feed fortnightly during growth; use bloom fertiliser prior to flowering
• Climate: Cool to temperate
• Repotting: Every 2–3 years after flowering