Cymbidium Spark Sprite 'Sylvia' is a selected cultivar from the grex Cymbidium Spark Sprite. This grex is a cross between Cymbidium Sarah Jean and Cymbidium canaliculatum, registered on 24 October 2001 by V. & A. Helbig. 'Sylvia' produces vivid yellow flowers heavily marked with red on medium spikes during winter. Best suited to pot or basket culture only.
Key Characteristics
Flower size: Medium (approx. 7 cm)
Flower colour & pattern: Yellow with heavy red spotting and blotched red lips
Spike habit: Medium upright to arching spikes; multiple spikes per bulb
Blooming season: July to August (mid-season)
Plant size: Medium
Growth habit: Clumping
Fragrance: Not noted
Flower count per spike: 25+
Care Notes
Position: Bright filtered light or morning sun
Water: Keep moist during active growth; reduce in winter
Potting: Use free-draining orchid mix; suitable for baskets or pots only
Feeding: Fortnightly during growth; switch to bloom booster before flowering
Climate: Cool to intermediate; protect from frost
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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