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Northern slender lady's tresses
Also known as: Slender ladies' tresses
Northern slender lady's tresses (Spiranthes lacera) is a North American orchid that produces loose spirals of flowers along its stalk. It grows naturally in a variety of different habitats and blooms in the summer. It differs from the "southern" variant in that the northern slender lady's tresses produces hairy leaves and a less uniform spiral.
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Perennial
Lifespan
Herb
Plant Type
Spring, Summer, Fall
Bloom Time
15 cm to 65 cm
Plant Height
13 cm to 23 cm
Spread
White, Green
Flower Color
Deciduous
Leaf type

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Care Guide for Northern slender lady's tresses

Every week
Water
Full sun
Sunlight
5 - 35 ℃
Ideal Temperature
Water: Northern slender lady's tresses thrives in moist environments, requiring regular hydration with a weekly watering schedule. This herbaceous perennial prefers natural settings, benefiting from rainwater during active growth cycles to maintain consistent soil moisture.
Fertilize: Fertilize northern slender lady's tresses biweekly with balanced nutrients during growth, reducing to monthly in dormancy. Use diluted solutions to protect roots and adjust feeding with seasonal changes. Spring and summer are crucial for growth. Monitor northern slender lady's tresses's health to prevent over-fertilization and ensure optimal vigor.
Pruning: Northern slender lady's tresses has delicate spiral-arranged flowers and requires early to late spring pruning to encourage growth and blooms. Remove dead foliage and spent spikes promptly. Clean tools to prevent disease, ensuring regular care for northern slender lady's tresses's ornamental appeal and longevity in gardens.
Propagation: For propagating northern slender lady's tresses, uproot adult plants and divide the root mass into sections with shoots. Transplant divisions into well-draining soil, maintaining moisture without waterlogging. This method promotes healthy new clumps for ongoing growth and blooming.
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