{"product_id":"10-seeds-bletilla-striata-hardy-garden-orchid-flowers","title":"10 Seeds Bletilla striata Hardy Garden Orchid Flowers","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis hardy garden orchid produces elegant, pink-purple blooms in early summer, adding a graceful touch to borders, containers, or woodland edges. Bletilla striata is a reliable perennial that thrives in partially shaded spots, returning year after year with minimal care, making it a favorite for gardeners seeking orchid beauty without fussy indoor requirements.\u003cbr\u003e\nGrow these seeds in moist, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter, positioning in partial shade to dappled sunlight. Ornamentally, the pleated, sword-like foliage offers texture even outside bloom time, while flowers attract gentle attention in cottage or shade gardens. For culinary use, the pseudobulbs have historic uses, but focus mainly on ornamental appeal; they can naturalize slowly into friendly clumps if left undisturbed.\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecies: Bletilla striata\u003cbr\u003e\nVariety: Hardy Garden Orchid\u003cbr\u003e\nType: Perennial Seed\u003cbr\u003e\nPlant Habit: Clump-forming\u003cbr\u003e\nSun: Partial shade to filtered sun\u003cbr\u003e\nSoil: Moist, well-drained, humus-rich\u003cbr\u003e\nDays to Harvest: Not applicable (ornamental)\u003cbr\u003e\nZones: 5-9\u003cbr\u003e\nGermination: Cold stratify 4-6 weeks, then sow on surface at 60-70°F\u003cbr\u003e\nSowing: Surface sow, press lightly, keep moist\u003cbr\u003e\nSpacing: 12-18 inches apart\u003cbr\u003e\nNotes: Protect young seedlings from slugs; establish in a sheltered spot\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67663122563208,"sku":"EXGA-409","price":19.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/4648\/6408\/files\/download_851c3d7f-098c-4d2b-96e1-fb54fb8597ce.png?v=1791895763","url":"https:\/\/www.natesgardensupply.com\/products\/10-seeds-bletilla-striata-hardy-garden-orchid-flowers","provider":"Nate's Garden Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}