Cymbidium Vidar 'Harlequin' is a selected cultivar from the grex Cymbidium Vidar. It is a registered hybrid between Cymbidium Westpearl and Cymbidium Miretta, registered by Borg in 1968. This striking cultivar features golden-yellow flowers marked with rich red on the lip and petal edges. Plants are strictly suited to pot culture and perform well in cool to temperate climates.
Key Characteristics
Flower size: Large (approx. 10 cm)
Flower colour & pattern: Yellow with bold red lip and petal markings; peloric form
Spike habit: Upright
Blooming season: Mid season (approx. September–October)
Plant size: Medium to large
Growth habit: Upright clumping
Fragrance: Not fragrant
Flower count per spike: 8–12
Bloom longevity: Long-lasting (4–6 weeks or more)
Care Notes
Position: Bright filtered light or morning sun
Water: Water regularly during active growth; reduce in winter
Potting: Use free-draining orchid mix; never plant in-ground
Feeding: Fertilise fortnightly in growing season; use bloom booster from late winter
Climate: Cool to temperate
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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