Bletilla striata 'Blue' (Marginal Aquatic)

Grow orchids in your pond!Bletilla striata 'Blue' brings exotic flair to your pond or garden with striking blue-purple flowers that fill late spring and early summer with gentle fragrance. Upright stems rise above pleated, strap-shaped leaves, each carrying up to a dozen blooms, while rhizomes slowly spread to form larger, more impressive clumps year after year.Perfect for bog gardens, moisture-retentive borders, or containers, this hardy orchid thrives in damp soil, making it remarkably easy to grow despite its exotic appearance. Its vibrant flowers and lush foliage create a captivating display, rewarding gardeners with increasing blooms as the plant matures. Bletilla striata 'Blue' combines elegance and resilience, making it a standout choice for both water-edge planting and permanently moist borders. Ultimate height and spread: 30cm to 50cm (12 to 20in).