Buy moth orchid Phalaenopsis 'Bellissimo Amore'

Phalaenopsis 'Bellissimo Amore'

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Phalaenopsis 'Bellissimo Amore' is a stunning and large orchid variety, known for producing an abundance of flowers with an incredibly long bloom time, easily outlasting any traditional bouquet with its breathtaking beauty. 'Bellissimo Amore' features vibrant dark pink flowers with striking white centres, creating a bold and captivating contrast. The petals often display a soft gradient, blending strong pinks that fade to paler tones, giving the blooms a dynamic, almost painterly effect. The heart of the flower (labellum) adds warmth and body with its deeper shades of pink or purple.

In addition to its striking flowers, 'Bellissimo Amore' showcases low-lying, deep green leaves that form a lush, glossy base for the beautiful sprays of blooms. Its long, arching flower spikes carry multiple large flowers, contributing to its dramatic and luxurious presence.

Thriving in warm, humid environments with indirect light, Phalaenopsis 'Bellissimo Amore' is ideal for brightening indoor spaces with its romantic and elegant charm. Whether used as a floral arrangement or a centerpiece in a well-lit room, this orchid, meaning "beautiful love," is perfect for adding a incredibly rewarding with the minimum amount of fuss!

Please note that the plant comes in a 15cm nursery pot as standard, unless a decorative pot cover is included as an option.

How to care for Phalaenopsis Bellissimo Amore:

Keep the compost moist during the warmer months, but in winter you should reduce the amount it gets, and only water occasionally. Ideally when watering, you should let them stand in a tray of water (or kitchen sink) so they can soak up as much as they like for an hour or two. Afterwards, let the excess water drain away completely. It is always best to give them a good soak when they get quite dry, rather than watering little and often. Their preference is for soft, tepid water.

They love humidity, so a bright kitchen or bathroom would be ideal, and mist the leaves with water occasionally, especially if they are in a heated room.

Don't worry if the roots grow outside the pot. In their native environment, they grow in the crooks of branches, and use these aerial roots to absorb water from the air. They do not mind being overcrowded in their pots, so you only need to repot them when the growth starts to suffer. They usually only send up flower spikes once a year, however you may encourage a second flush of flowers to form more quickly if you trim back the stem to just above the first node immediately after they have finished flowering. They prefer even temperatures, so try not to have big drops at night time.

Flowering period:

Eventual height:

0.5m

Eventual spread:

0.4m

Position:

Bright, indirect light

Rate of growth:

Average

Soil:

Specialist compost

Hardiness:

Frost tender