Orchis purpurella

Dactylorhiza purpurella

Native to:
Denmark, Føroyar, Ireland, Netherlands, Norway

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Orchidaceae
Genus:
Dactylorhiza
Species:
Dactylorhiza purpurella
USDA Symbol:
ORPU15

Growth Characteristics

Height:
40 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
jun,jul,aug
Bloom Colors:
purple, magenta, pink

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
moist, fertile, well-drained loam
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
tolerates poor drainage
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
Prefers damp meadows and marshy areas

Propagation & Germination

Notes:
Orchid seeds require mycorrhizal fungi for germination; extremely difficult to germinate without symbiotic partner.

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sterilize seeds with calcium hypochlorite solution until they lose their colour; also see http://www.slippertalk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=36654

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society