Dactylorhiza x aschersonia - Keyflower

Adversity Dactylorhiza x aschersonia : It is advisable to grow orchids following the information suitable for each single type, this way usually prevents the growth of parasites. In case there is the presence of cochineal we can eliminate it by using mineral oil.

continental : We suggest to water the Dactylorhiza x aschersonia very frequently, since it prefers fresh and humid soils; during the cold season water only if necessary, however avoiding the substrate to dry out completely.

alpine : Waterings shall be very frequent from April to September, trying to maintain the soil constantly humid, however avoiding water excesses; during the rest of the year we can water them occasionally

mediterranean : It is advisable very frequent and generous waterings, to maintain the soil constantly humid. We can decrease waterings in winter.

continental : We suggest to place these plants in a semishady location.
We suggest to grow this plant in a sheltered place away from frost and wind, even though it can tolerate slight frosts without any problem.

alpine : Avoid to expose this plant every day to an excessive exposure to direct sunlight; try to place it in a semishady location, especially in summer.
These plants do not tolerate excessive frosts; it is therefore suggested to grow them in a sheltered place away from the wind, for example close to the house; or cover the aerial part with a frost cloth in winter.

mediterranean : The Dactylorhiza x aschersonia prefers semishady locations, not exposed to direct sunlight for too long periods.
They do not suffer from cold, and tolerate also temperatures close to -5°C; they are normally grown in the garden without any problem, or they are placed in a sheltered location away from the wind.

Feed Dactylorhiza x aschersonia : Give a specific fertilizer to orchids, regularly from March to October; suspend fertilizings during a possible rest period and during bloom. Avoid to leave the roots soaked with the fertilizing solution too long.