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heath spotted orchid

heath spotted orchid

Dactylorhiza maculata

herbaceousβ›… part shadeπŸ’§πŸ’§πŸ’§ high water❄ Hardy: Zone 4a – Zone 8b

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A striking orchid with dark-spotted leaves and spikes of purple, pink, or white flowers that bloom in summer. Thrives in boggy or marshy habitats and prefers cool, damp conditions.

Overview

Form
Upright
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
0.5–2.5β€² tall Γ— 0.25–0.75β€² wide
Dormancy
deciduous
Family
Orchidaceae

Native Range

Europe

Seasonality

Bloom Season

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

Season of Interest

Summer

Companion Planting

Plants well with