Dactylorhiza maculata ssp. podesta x majalis (Marsh Orchid) Evergreen Striking red stems contrast against

Striking red stems contrast against the leaves

Lanceolate leaves

Tall flower spikes of numerous Yellow-green

Inflorescence with one to six flowers

bright orange berries in fall

Dactylorhiza maculata ssp. podesta x majalis (Marsh Orchid) Evergreen Striking red stems contrast againstZone: 4 8 Natural Range: Europe Soil: Moist, humus rich Light: Part shade, sun Attributes: Deciduous, 12 18" tall. Blooms in spring. Purple flowers in a dense spike. Large thick green leaves often with deep purple spotting. Notes: Dactylorhiza are among the most rewarding and care free orchids both for the orchid collector and the gardener. They will multiply fast when kept moist and not too shady. Once a plant has settled in it is one of the few that