Vanda Pachara Blue is a mericlone hybrid from the Vanda alliance, prized for its opulent deep violet-blue blooms and compact vertical form. This cultivar is particularly admired for its flower size – often exceeding 11 cm – and long-lasting display. Originally bred for ornamental excellence, it performs well in protected outdoor positions or bright indoor locations.
Distinctive Features
Bloom Size & Colour: Impressive 11 cm+ flowers in vivid indigo to violet-blue with textured veining.
Growth Habit: Short, upright stems with neatly spaced foliage; ideal for baskets or mounted culture.
Display Performance: Flowers can last several weeks and appear in succession when well-grown.
Care Tips
Light: Bright filtered light or semi-shade; avoid direct midday sun.
Water: Water thoroughly when nearly dry; daily misting recommended in hot weather or for aerial root maintenance.
Humidity: Prefers high humidity (60–80%) with good air movement.
Media: Best grown in coarse bark or mounted with exposed roots; avoid dense mixes.
Temperature: Thrives in subtropical to tropical ranges (15–30°C); protect from frost.
Fertiliser: Apply balanced orchid fertiliser weekly during active growth; reduce frequency in winter.
Repotting: Only when necessary – typically every 2–3 years, or when media breaks down.
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.
Important Note: We operate independently from Collectors Corner. For any enquiries, please refer to our contact page
