Cymbidium Paradisian Surprise 'Polka Dot'
Cymbidium Paradisian Surprise 'Polka Dot'
Cymbidium Paradisian Surprise 'Polka Dot'
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Cymbidium Paradisian Surprise 'Polka Dot'

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Cymbidium Paradisian Surprise 'Polka Dot' is a selected cultivar from the grex Cymbidium Paradisian Surprise. It is a hybrid between Cymbidium Ruby Eyes and Cymbidium canaliculatum, registered by Paradisia Nurs. in 1996. This cultivar produces numerous short arching spikes of soft cream to blush-pink flowers, each accented by a bold burgundy-spotted lip. It is well suited to pot or basket culture in cool to temperate climates.

Key Characteristics

  • Flower size: Small to medium (approx. 6 cm)
  • Flower colour & pattern: Cream to blush-pink petals with a strongly spotted burgundy lip
  • Spike habit: Short, arching to cascading; multiple spikes per bulb
  • Blooming season: Early season (from August)
  • Plant size: Medium
  • Growth habit: Clumping
  • Fragrance: Not fragrant
  • Flower count per spike: 20+
  • Bloom longevity: 4-6 weeks

Care Notes

  • Position: Bright filtered light or gentle morning sun
  • Water: Regular watering during active growth; reduce in winter
  • Potting: Use free-draining orchid mix; never plant in-ground
  • Feeding: Fortnightly with balanced fertiliser in growth; switch to bloom formula before flowering
  • Climate: Cool to temperate
  • Repotting: Every 2-3 years after flowering

Shipping and Biosecurity Information

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Orders are processed in scheduled weekly runs.

VIC, QLD, NSW, SA & ACT: Sunday 11:59 pm cut-off. Orders are generally prepared from Monday and dispatched by Thursday. Allow up to 9 working days for processing.

WA, TAS & NT: Thursday 11:59 pm cut-off for Friday treatment. Orders are generally prepared from Monday and dispatched by Thursday. Allow up to 10 working days for treatment, certification and processing.

Dispatch dates are not guaranteed and may be affected by biosecurity requirements, weather, public holidays, order volumes and plant preparation.

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Biosecurity Fees:

  • WA & TAS: $20 per order
  • NT: $10 per order

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Cymbidium Paradisian Surprise 'Polka Dot'
Cymbidium Paradisian Surprise 'Polka Dot'

Size: 100mm Pot

Cymbidium Paradisian Surprise 'Polka Dot'
Cymbidium Paradisian Surprise 'Polka Dot'
Cymbidium Paradisian Surprise 'Polka Dot'

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