<i>Cymbidium</i> Hells Gate 'Temptation' – Large Copper-Red Blooms
Cymbidium Hells Gate 'Temptation' is a selected cultivar from the grex Cymbidium Hells Gate. It is a registered hybrid between Cymbidium Red Beauty and Cymbidium Betazoid Beauty, registered by Paradisia Nurs. in 2007. This cultivar is noted for producing tall upright spikes of large copper-red flowers with striking red-marked lips. Plants are suited to pot culture only and grow well in cool to temperate climates.
Key Characteristics
Flower size: Large (approx. 11 cm)
Flower colour & pattern: Copper to orange-red with bold red lips
Spike habit: Tall upright spikes; multiple spikes per bulb
Blooming season: Mid-season (July to September)
Plant size: Large
Growth habit: Upright and clumping
Fragrance: Not fragrant
Flower count per spike: 12–15
Bloom longevity: 4–6 weeks
Care Notes
Position: Bright filtered light or morning sun
Water: Water generously in active growth; reduce during winter
Potting: Use free-draining orchid mix; never plant in-ground
Feeding: Feed fortnightly in growth season; switch to bloom fertiliser from late autumn
Climate: Cool to temperate
Repotting: Every 2–3 years after flowering
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