Cymbidium Black Stump 'Howzat'
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Cymbidium Black Stump 'Howzat' is a selected cultivar from the grex Cymbidium Black Stump. The grex was registered in 2009 by R. Clement, arising from the cross Cymbidium Australian Midnight × Cymbidium Cricket. This cultivar is recognised for its richly coloured, dark-toned flowers, and is best grown in pots under cool to temperate conditions.
Key Characteristics
- Flower size: Medium (approx. 7–8 cm)
- Flower colour & pattern: Deep burgundy to near-black with contrasting lips
- Spike habit: Upright to arching
- Blooming season: Mid to late season
- Plant size: Medium
- Growth habit: Clumping
- Fragrance: Not fragrant (not recorded)
- Flower count per spike: 12–18
- Bloom longevity: 4–6 weeks (typical)
Care Notes
- Position: Bright filtered light or gentle morning sun
- Water: Water well during active growth; reduce in winter
- Potting: Use a free-draining orchid mix; never plant in-ground
- Feeding: Fortnightly with balanced fertiliser in growth, switching to bloom fertiliser before flowering
- Climate: Suitable for cool to temperate regions
- Repotting: Every 2–3 years after flowering
Shipping Schedule and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch & Shipping Information
Non-Biosecurity States (QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, SA): We now offer two dispatches per week for these regions:
- Tuesday Dispatch: Orders placed by Sunday 11:59 PM AEST.
- Friday Dispatch: Orders placed by Wednesday 11:59 PM AEST. Orders placed after these cut-offs will be dispatched on the next available day.
Biosecurity States (WA, NT, TAS): These orders require mandatory biosecurity treatment (PHC) and follow a specific weekly schedule:
- Cut-off: Orders must be placed by Thursday 11:59 PM AEST.
- Dispatch Day: Orders are processed over the weekend and dispatched on Tuesday.
Plant Health Certification (PHC) Fees:
- $20 fee applies to WA orders.
- $10 fee applies to NT and TAS orders. This fee is per order (not per plant) and is included in your shipping costat checkout.
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Size: 100mm Pot
