Brassidium Gilded Urchin ‘Ontario’ Orchid Plant – 2.5″ Pot – Awarded Hybrid

Brassidium Gilded Urchin: An Award-Winning Orchid for Your Collection

The Brassidium Gilded Urchin Orchid Plant is a captivating hybrid renowned for its large, impressive flowers displayed on long, graceful sprays. This primary hybrid has consistently impressed orchid enthusiasts with its beauty and vigor since its creation. A mature specimen of this orchid is truly a sight to behold, making it a prized addition to any collection. If you are looking for a unique and stunning orchid, this is the plant for you. Its distinctive flowers are sure to captivate and amaze, offering a unique aesthetic that stands out in any plant display.

This particular offering is a tissue culture clone of an awarded plant, ensuring the preservation of its exceptional qualities and guaranteeing superior beauty and form. The plant is shipped in a 2.5 inch pot and is approximately one year or more from reaching blooming size. Its prolific blooming habit ensures a spectacular floral display when mature, making the Brassidium Gilded Urchin a rewarding addition to your home or garden. We take pride in providing quality plants that are ready to thrive and bring joy to their new owners.

Key Benefits of the Brassidium Gilded Urchin Orchid:

• Award-Winning Heritage: A clone from an awarded plant, guaranteeing superior quality and beauty.
• Prolific Bloomer: Produces abundant, large flowers on long sprays, creating a stunning visual impact.
• Collector’s Item: A highly sought-after primary hybrid that will enhance any orchid collection.
• Easy to Grow: Relatively easy to care for, making it suitable for both experienced and novice orchid growers.
• Unique Beauty: The distinctive flowers of this orchid are sure to captivate and amaze.

Growing and caring for your Brassidium Gilded Urchin Orchid Plant is relatively straightforward. Provide bright, indirect light, and water when the potting mix is nearly dry. Ensure good air circulation to prevent fungal diseases. With proper care, this orchid will reward you with years of stunning blooms. This orchid thrives in intermediate temperatures and requires a well-draining potting mix specifically designed for orchids. Fertilize regularly during the growing season with a balanced orchid fertilizer. Repotting should be done every 1-2 years or when the potting mix starts to break down. This is truly a great plant for any home.

Frequently Asked Questions About Brassidium Gilded Urchin Orchid

How big will the flowers get on the Brassidium Gilded Urchin Orchid? The flowers can reach up to 4-5 inches in diameter, creating a truly impressive display.

What kind of light does this orchid need? Bright, indirect light is ideal. Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves and hinder the plant’s growth.

How often should I water my Brassidium Gilded Urchin Orchid? Water when the potting mix is nearly dry. Typically, this is about once a week, but it depends on your environment and humidity levels.

What is the ideal temperature range for this orchid? This orchid prefers intermediate temperatures, between 60-80°F (15-27°C), to thrive and produce its best blooms.

How long will it take for my Brassidium Gilded Urchin Orchid to bloom? This plant is one year or more to blooming size, so it may take a year or more from when you purchase it to see its first blooms, depending on your specific growing conditions and care practices.