Bletilla striata Soryu Edimentals Although the flowers are not

Although the flowers are not monstrous like some of the more gaudy members of the genus

In our opinion

but that's purely a personal preference

The brilliant red

Kees Sahin

Bletilla striata Soryu Edimentals Although the flowers are notBletilla striata 'Soryu' is a lovely Japanese selection of the hardy ground orchid, topped in late April early May with 2' tall flower stalks ending in a cluster of 1" mauvy lavender flowers that have a distinctive bluish cast. The contrasting white throat and dark purple lip make a scrumptious garden specimen. Slightly moist soils are best, although bletillas are very easy to grow in a wide range of less than perfect conditions.