Cymbidium Valley Oracle 'Kermit' is a selected cultivar from the grex Cymbidium Valley Oracle. It is a hybrid between Cymbidium Siram and Cymbidium Zumma Boyd, registered by Valley Orchids in 1994. This cultivar produces large green blooms with a contrasting lip and strong upright spikes. It is suited to pot culture only and ideal for cool to temperate climates.
Key Characteristics
Flower size: Large (approx. 10 cm)
Flower colour & pattern: Green petals with a white and red-marked lip
Spike habit: Upright / Multiple spikes per bulb
Blooming season: Late winter (August)
Plant size: Large (spikes up to 90 cm)
Growth habit: Upright clumping
Fragrance: Not fragrant (not stated)
Flower count per spike: Up to 15
Bloom longevity: Long lasting
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: Fortnightly during growth; use bloom fertiliser from mid-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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