Do you know Bletilla striata? Its charm and 2 tips for getting along with it (Bletilla striata Special Part 1)

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Right now,
Bletilla striata is in full bloom in many home gardens.
It blooms with small, purple flowers that have an oriental charm.

However, in a comment I received from a follower,
they said, "The Bletilla striata I planted in the ground has increased so much it's a problem."
(Thank you for the comment!)
While Bletilla striata is hardy and easy to grow,

there are voices saying it's troublesome because it spreads when planted in the ground.
This time, I will introduce the charm of Bletilla striata and a few points to note.

What kind of flower is Bletilla striata?

Flowering period: Around April to May.

Color: Vivid reddish-purple is standard. There are also white flowers.

Features: A hardy perennial that is strong in the shade and blooms every year. Although it is an orchid family plant, it is a terrestrial orchid that is easy to grow.

Flower language: "Unchanging love," "I will not forget you,"
"Beautiful figure"

The charm points are

• Resistant to pests and diseases, making it suitable for beginners

• OK even in a little shade, requires no effort

※"A little shade" means
"partial shade with a few hours of direct sunlight" or "a place with dappled sunlight."

• Perfect for gardens and entrances with a Japanese atmosphere

• Blooms well in planters too

Point to note: Be careful of over-spreading when planting in the ground

Because Bletilla striata increases rapidly through underground stems,
if planted in the ground, it can occupy the space in the blink of an eye.

🍀In my case...
I received the Bletilla striata from a guest last year,
and since I had nowhere to plant it, I put it in a long planter...

It was a reluctant start,
but with watering only from rain and snow,
it bloomed this year even though I left it alone.

Since there is no worry about it spreading too much,
it seems I can enjoy it starting this year.

Tips for growing

• If planting, choose a spot with partial shade to bright shade

• Use soil with good drainage

• If they start to multiply, organize them by dividing the clumps from autumn to spring

If managing in a planter,
it is easier to control the location.

※Next time,
I plan to share tips on how to deal with overgrowth and
removal methods for Bletilla striata and Liriope muscari (Bletilla Special Part 2).

Finally

Bletilla striata is
perfect for growing in a small space.

The complaint of "it's growing too much..." might turn into
"I'm so happy it blooms every year!"

Please try incorporating it into your home.

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