Cymbidium Kiwi Devonport 'Flying High' is a selected cultivar from the grex Cymbidium Kiwi Devonport. This grex is the result of a cross between Cymbidium Flame Hawk and Cymbidium devonianum, registered on 6 January 2004 by R. Tucker. This cultivar features medium-sized magenta flowers displayed on cascading inflorescences. Suitable for pot culture only, it thrives in cool to temperate climates and is known for its prolific flowering habit.
Key Characteristics
Flower size: Medium (approx. 6 cm)
Flower colour & pattern: Rich magenta with contrasting labellum markings
Spike habit: Cascading; multiple spikes per bulb
Blooming season: August
Plant size: Medium
Growth habit: Clumping
Fragrance: Not fragrant
Flower count per spike: High (numerous blooms per spike)
Care Notes
Position: Bright filtered light or morning sun
Water: Keep moist during active growth; reduce in winter
Potting: Free-draining orchid mix only; not suitable for in-ground planting
Feeding: Fortnightly during growth; switch to bloom booster in lead-up to flowering
Climate: Cool to temperate
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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