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Species Orchid, Lady Orchid, Purple Orchis

Orchispurpurea

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Family
Orchidaceae (or-kid-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Orchis (OR-kiss)
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Species
purpurea (pur-PUR-ee-uh)
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Synonym
Orchis fusca
Orchis fuscata
Orchis jacquinii
Orchis maxima
Orchis moravica
Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Herbaceous
Smooth
Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
6-9 in. (15-22 cm)
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Bloom Color
Medium Purple
White/Near White
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Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
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Soil pH requirements

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Seed Collecting

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