Cymbidium Paradisian Tango 'Last Dance'

Cymbidium Paradisian Tango 'Last Dance' is a selected cultivar from the grex Cymbidium Paradisian Tango. It is a hybrid between Cymbidium Mary Green and Cymbidium Last Tango, registered by Paradisia Nurseries on 5 May 2015. This cultivar is notable for its deep reddish-brown blooms with a spotted white and burgundy lip, borne on arching to cascading spikes. Suitable for pot culture only, it performs best in cool to temperate climates.

Key Characteristics

• Flower size: Medium (approx. 6 cm)
• Flower colour & pattern: Reddish-brown with white and burgundy markings on the lip
• Spike habit: Cascading / Multiple spikes per bulb
• Blooming season: Early season (August–September)
• Plant size: Medium
• Growth habit: Clumping
• Fragrance: Not fragrant (not stated)
• Flower count per spike: 20+
• Bloom longevity: 4–6 weeks (typical)

Care Notes

• Position: Bright filtered light or morning sun
• Water: Water regularly during active growth; reduce in winter
• Potting: Use free-draining orchid mix; never plant in-ground
• Feeding: Feed fortnightly in growth; use bloom fertiliser leading into flowering
• Climate: Cool to temperate
• Repotting: Every 2–3 years after flowering