Cymbidium Sarah Jean 'Ice Cascade' is a selected cultivar from the grex Cymbidium Sarah Jean. This grex is a hybrid of Cymbidium floribundum × Cymbidium Sleeping Beauty, registered by Valley Orchids in 1973 with R. Vandyke as the originator. This cultivar is known for its cascading spike habit and prolific white blooms. It is suited to pot culture only and grows best in cool to temperate conditions.
Key Characteristics
Flower size: Medium (5–6 cm)
Flower colour & pattern: Pure white
Spike habit: Cascading, multiple spikes per bulb
Blooming season: July–August
Plant size: Medium
Growth habit: Clumping
Fragrance: Not fragrant (no scent noted)
Flower count per spike: Up to 30
Bloom longevity: Typically 4–6 weeks
Care Tips
Position: Bright filtered light or morning sun
Water: Water generously during active growth; reduce in winter
Potting: Free-draining orchid mix only; never plant in-ground
Feeding: Balanced orchid fertiliser fortnightly in growth; switch to bloom booster in late autumn
Climate: Cool to temperate climates
Repotting: Every 2–3 years after flowering
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