Cymbidium Eye of the Tiger ‘Sweet It Is’
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A quality selected clone of Cymbidium Eye of the Tiger, producing warm golden flowers with soft apricot flushes and a richly marked burgundy lip. This is a standout form with strong colour contrast, balanced flower shape, and excellent presentation on the spike.
Named Cymbidium clones like this are increasingly difficult to source. A rewarding flowering plant for collectors, or an excellent choice for anyone wanting winter colour from a reliable potted orchid.
Care
- Light: Bright filtered light to morning sun. Strong light helps flowering.
- Water: Keep evenly moist during active growth. Reduce slightly in cooler months.
- Temperature: Best in cool to intermediate conditions. Handles typical southern Australian winters well.
- Potting Media: Free-draining orchid bark mix.
- Feeding: Regular orchid fertiliser during growth. Switch to bloom support in late summer if desired.
- Airflow: Good airflow recommended year-round.
Key Characteristics
- Flower Colour: Warm gold with soft apricot tones
- Lip: Burgundy-red throat with spotted markings and yellow centre
- Flower Size: Medium, well-proportioned blooms
- Spike Habit: Upright arching spike with multiple flowers
- Flowering Season: Autumn to winter in Australia
- Fragrance: May be lightly scented when open
- Plant Habit: Clumping evergreen orchid
Shipping and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch:
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Most orders ship within 3–5 business days, depending on biosecurity processing, weather, and order size.
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Biosecurity Fees:
- WA & TAS: $20 per order
- NT: $10 per order
Fees are included at checkout and cover mandatory plant health certification.
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Size: 66mm Pot