Cymbidium Red Promise 'Nicole'
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Cymbidium Red Promise 'Nicole' is a selected cultivar from the grex Cymbidium Red Promise. It is a registered hybrid between Cymbidium Rotorua and Cymbidium Ruby Eyes, registered by Ezi-Gro in 1996. This cultivar produces intense red flowers with prominent patterned lips. The plants are suitable for cool to temperate climates and should be grown in pots only.
Key Characteristics
- Flower size: Large (approx. 7 cm)
- Flower colour & pattern: Deep red with bold white and burgundy patterned lips
- Spike habit: Short arching spikes
- Blooming season: Mid to late season (July to September)
- Plant size: Medium to large
- Growth habit: Clumping
- Fragrance: Not fragrant
- Flower count per spike: 12–20
- Bloom longevity: 4–6 weeks
Care Notes
- Position: Bright filtered light or morning sun
- Water: Water regularly in active growth; reduce during winter dormancy
- Potting: Use free-draining orchid mix; never plant in-ground
- Feeding: Fortnightly during growth; switch to bloom fertiliser before flowering
- Climate: Cool to temperate
- Repotting: Every 2–3 years after flowering
Shipping and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch:
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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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Size: 100mm Pot