Cymbidium Mini Claret 'Royal Reserve' is a selected cultivar from the grex Cymbidium Mini Claret. It is the result of a cross between Cymbidium Winter Fire and Cymbidium Yowie Flame, registered by Valley Orchids on 1 January 1988. This compact hybrid produces striking red flowers with a contrasting yellow-and-red labellum. It is well suited to pot culture and thrives in cooler climates.
Key Characteristics
Flower size: Medium (approx. 80 mm)
Flower colour & pattern: Deep red with yellow and red-marked labellum
Spike habit: Upright
Blooming season: August–September
Plant size: Intermediate
Growth habit: Clumping
Fragrance: Not fragrant
Flower count per spike: 12–20
Bloom longevity: Long lasting
Care Notes
Position: Bright filtered light or morning sun
Water: Keep moist during active growth; reduce in winter
Potting: Use free-draining orchid mix in pots only
Feeding: Apply balanced orchid fertiliser fortnightly during growth; switch to bloom formula in flowering season
Climate: Cool to temperate conditions
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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