Bletilla striata Albostriata Chamaecyparis As the upright stalk reaches

As the upright stalk reaches its ultimate height

Akebono cast iron plant makes a great bold-textured addition to the Southern garden

Acidic soils to pH's near neutral are fine

the rosette branches and continues to grow

If you experience hail on your hosta

Bletilla striata Albostriata Chamaecyparis As the upright stalk reachesBletilla striata 'Albostriata' is one of the rarer white edged variegated forms of the commonly grown ground orchid. Two opposite, iris like, pleated leaves emerge from each pseudobulb in early spring (April for us). As the leaves emerge, the narrow flower spike arises through the center and opens a few inches above the foliage with rich purple flowers. All Bletilla striata cultivars are amazingly drought tolerant, but grow faster in evenly moist