Cymbidium Kiri Te Kanawa 'Pauline Rae'

Cymbidium Kiri Te Kanawa 'Pauline Rae' is a selected cultivar from the grex Cymbidium Kiri Te Kanawa. This grex is the result of a cross between Cymbidium Tamatea and Cymbidium Mighty Mouse, registered on 1 January 1983 by Geyserland. This cultivar is noted for its tall upright spikes and vibrant golden-yellow blooms. Suitable for pot cultivation only, it performs best in cool to temperate climates.

Key Characteristics

• Flower size: Large (approx. 11 cm)
• Flower colour & pattern: Golden yellow with red central markings
• Spike habit: Upright
• Blooming season: August onwards (mid-season)
• Plant size: Large (spikes up to 90 cm tall)
• Growth habit: Clumping
• Fragrance: Not noted
• Flower count per spike: Up to 15
• Bloom longevity: Long lasting

Care Notes

• Position: Bright filtered light or morning sun
• Water: Keep moist during active growth; reduce watering in winter
• Potting: Free-draining orchid mix; do not plant in-ground
• Feeding: Fertilise fortnightly during growth, switch to bloom booster as spikes develop
• Climate: Cool to temperate conditions
• Repotting: Every 2–3 years after flowering