Cymbidium Idyllic Glamour 'Ern's Choice'

Cymbidium Idyllic Glamour 'Ern's Choice' is a selected cultivar from the grex Cymbidium Idyllic Glamour. The grex, registered in 1994 by Orchids Limited Int. and originated by Geyserland, is a hybrid between Cymbidium Tethys and Cymbidium Miss Muffet. 'Ern's Choice' is distinguished by its reddish-brown flowers, heavily spotted with burgundy markings, and bold dark lips. These striking, richly coloured blooms make it a standout cultivar, best grown in pots for cool to temperate conditions.

Key Characteristics

• Flower size: Medium (approx. 8-10 cm)
• Flower colour & pattern: Reddish-brown with burgundy spotting; lip deep burgundy to near black
• Spike habit: Arching with multiple blooms per spike
• Blooming season: Mid to late season (spring)
• Plant size: Medium
• Growth habit: Clumping with upright pseudobulbs
• Fragrance: Not fragrant (not recorded)
• Flower count per spike: 15-20
• Bloom longevity: 4-6 weeks

Care Notes

• Position: Bright filtered light or gentle morning sun
• Water: Keep moist during active growth; reduce slightly in cooler months
• Potting: Free-draining orchid mix; pot culture only
• Feeding: Fertilise fortnightly in growth; switch to bloom fertiliser before flowering
• Climate: Cool to temperate
• Repotting: Every 2-3 years after flowering