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pyramidal orchid

pyramidal orchid

Anacamptis pyramidalis

herbaceous☀️ full sun💧💧 moderate waterZone 5a – Zone 8b

A charming orchid with distinctive pyramidal flower spikes of pink to purple blooms. Native to European meadows, it thrives in sunny, open grassland conditions and is excellent for wildflower gardens.

Overview

Form
Pyramidal
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
0.5–1.5′ tall × 0.25–0.5′ wide
Dormancy
deciduous

Tolerances & Soil

low
Zone 5aZone 8b
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 5a to Zone 8b

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

SpringSummer

Herb

Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.

Succession Role

early successional

Native Range

Europe

Function & Care

pollinator nectarywildlife benefit

Establishment & Care

Establishment
moderate
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed, division

Companion Planting

Plants well with