Cymbidium Uncle Everett '101'

Cymbidium Uncle Everett '101' is a selected cultivar from the grex Cymbidium Uncle Everett. The registered parentage is Cymbidium Last Tango × Cymbidium Lady Spring, registered on 7 October 1997 by Guest and originated by Geyserland. This intermediate hybrid is suited to pot culture only and features deep red flowers on arching spikes, ideal for cool to temperate climates.

Key Characteristics

• Flower size: Medium (approximately 70 mm across)
• Flower colour & pattern: Deep red with contrasting white and maroon lip markings
• Spike habit: Arching, multiple spikes per bulb
• Blooming season: Mid to late season
• Plant size: Medium
• Growth habit: Clumping
• Fragrance: Not fragrant
• Flower count per spike: 12–15
• Bloom longevity: Long lasting (4–6 weeks)

Care Notes

• Position: Bright filtered light or morning sun
• Water: Keep moist during active growth; reduce in winter
• Potting: Use free-draining orchid mix only; do not plant in ground
• Feeding: Fortnightly during growth, reduce during flowering
• Climate: Cool to temperate
• Repotting: Every 2–3 years after flowering