Cymbidium Paradisian Ruby ' Cascade'

Cymbidium Paradisian Ruby 'Cascade' is a selected cultivar from the grex Cymbidium Paradisian Ruby. It is a hybrid between Cymbidium Sleepy Sarah and Cymbidium Ruby Eyes, registered by Paradisia Nurs. in 2015. This cultivar features rich magenta-purple flowers with bold patterned lips, best grown in pots in cool to temperate climates.

Key Characteristics

• Flower size: Medium (approx. 7 cm)
• Flower colour & pattern: Magenta to purple with heavily spotted white lips and pink centres
• Spike habit: Cascading / Multiple spikes per bulb
• Blooming season: Early season (from August)
• Plant size: Medium
• Growth habit: Clumping
• Fragrance: Not fragrant (not stated)
• Flower count per spike: 20+
• Bloom longevity: 4–6 weeks (typical)

Care Notes

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