Here is a Cymbidium lowianum I purchased from SBOE at the spring show. It was already spiking so I can't take credit it for that, but it's so wonderful that I had to share.
Supposedly, SoCal has the perfect climate for these. I thought most of these were cold growing...? not sure how this will fare this summer in San Diego. Most of the cool or cold growing orchids have perished since I moved here.
I recall my grandparents looking forward each New Year to buy a cymbidium. I think it used to be a popular plant to celebrate the new year with (in Japan) but it seems to have gone out of fashion now a days. When I saw the amazing cymbidium displays at the Santa Barbara Orchid show this year, I had to get one as well! Maybe a little late for new year celebrations, but it certainly brings back nice memories of my grandparents.
Cymbidium lowianum
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