Laeliocattleya Frank Lloyd Wright 'York'

[Califoutdoors]

This crazy little Catt came to me 4 months ago, potbound, in sheath. Its newest sheathed growth was considerably smaller than previous growths. When I saw budding new roots, I repotted in early November, despite seeing buds forming in the sheath. I ended up cutting off 3 old leafless growths, and half of its roots (which were extensive). I expected it would blast the buds after such an extensive hack job and repot…

But the buds never stopped and it’s been blooming since Christmas—very early for this beautiful hybrid that normally blooms March-May. The flowers are smaller—4.5”—as this hybrid is known for large 6”+ blooms. But I’m thrilled to have Catt blooms at the New Year. No fragrance yet, but my fingers are crossed…!