Peacock orchid 'Bucklebury' (Pleione 'Bucklebury')

Peacock orchid 'Bucklebury'

Also known as: Himalayan crocus 'Bucklebury', Windowsill orchid 'Bucklebury'

Peacock orchid 'Bucklebury' is a peacock orchid with unique and striking flowers that have a bell-shaped white center with fringed petals. It is a hybrid of the Pleione formosana and the Pleione limprichtii but its flower is mottled with an orange-brown color that differs from its parents. This perennial is named for a village in Berkshire, England.

Scientific classification

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Perennial

Lifespan

Herb

Plant Type

15 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Peacock orchid 'Bucklebury'

Twice per week

Water

Partial sun

Sunlight

15 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Orchid Potting Mix

Soil Type

Water: Peacock orchid 'Bucklebury' prefers adequate moisture but can endure some drought, needing weekly watering in summer and every 10 days in fall and winter. Maintain humidity through misting and use water with a neutral pH by allowing tap or rainwater to sit before use.

Fertilize: Peacock orchid 'Bucklebury' requires minimal fertilization. Use a nitrogen-rich fertilizer (N-P-K = 30-10-10) every 10 days post-sprouting in spring. Transition to a balanced fertilizer (N-P-K = 20-20-20) in summer, and apply phosphorus-rich fertilizer to enhance blooming in fall.

Pruning: Peacock orchid 'Bucklebury' features orchid-like flowers and lush foliage. Prune in early to late spring for healthy growth. Trim dead leaves and flower stalks, using sterilized tools to prevent disease. Pruning when not flowering promotes blooms and vitality.

Propagation: You can propagate peacock orchid 'Bucklebury' by division or cuttings. For division, do so post-bloom using clean tools. For cuttings, select a healthy stem, cut it into 2-node pieces, and keep the substrate moist. Roots will develop in about 2-3 months. Alternatively, root entire stems during warm weather.

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