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Unlike tropical orchids, this hardy terrestrial orchid thrives outdoors, returning each year with graceful blooms and attractive pleated green foliage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlooming from late spring into early summer, 'Kuchibeni' is easy to grow and makes a stunning addition to woodland gardens, shaded borders, rock gardens, and patio containers. Its unique flowers and dependable garden performance make it an excellent choice for collectors and shade garden enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Botanical Name: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBletilla striata\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 'Kuchibeni'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Common Names: Chinese Ground Orchid, Lipstick Chinese Ground Orchid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Pot Size: 4.5-Inch Nursery Pot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Plant Type: Herbaceous Perennial (Terrestrial Orchid)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Mature Height: 12–18 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Mature Spread: Approximately 12 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Bloom Color: Pale Pink with Deep Pink Lip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Bloom Time: Late Spring to Early Summer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Foliage: Bright Green, Pleated Leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5–9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Light: Partial Shade to Morning Sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Water: Moderate; consistently moist, well-drained soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Elegant pale pink orchid blooms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Distinctive deep pink \"lip\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Hardy outdoor terrestrial orchid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Easy to grow and low maintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Deer resistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Perfect for woodland gardens, borders, and containers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Returns reliably year after year\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Woodland Gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Shade Gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Cottage Gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Rock Gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Borders\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Patio Containers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Collectors of rare and unusual plants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePairs beautifully with:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Hostas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Ferns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Astilbe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Tricyrtis (Toad Lily)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Heuchera (Coral Bells)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant in rich, organically amended, well-drained soil and keep evenly moist during the growing season. Provide partial shade or morning sun with afternoon protection for the healthiest foliage and best flowering. Remove spent flower stems after blooming and cut back foliage after it naturally yellows in autumn. In colder climates, apply winter mulch to help protect dormant rhizomes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Ships as a healthy live plant in a 4.5-inch nursery pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Plants are carefully packaged to retain moisture and protect roots during shipping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Plant appearance naturally varies by season and may not be blooming upon arrival.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Shipping may be delayed during periods of extreme heat or freezing temperatures to help protect live plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Guarantee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe carefully inspect every plant before shipping. If your order arrives damaged, please contact us within 48 hours with photos of both the plant and its original packaging. We will gladly provide a replacement or refund when appropriate. Minor wilting, slight dryness, or the loss of a few leaves during shipping is normal and plants typically recover with proper care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Living plants naturally vary in size and appearance throughout the year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Listing photos represent the plant at different stages of growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• This plant is artificially propagated in the USA.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• We recommend planting during spring or fall for the best establishment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plantingpartners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51961641566529,"sku":null,"price":78.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0980\/0758\/0993\/files\/9.52-2026-07-10T195929.157.jpg?v=1783688382","url":"https:\/\/faithfolkstudio.com\/products\/4-5-inch-bletilla-kuchibeni-live-plant-chinese-ground-orchid-hardy-terrestrial-orchid-rare-shade-perennial-pink-orchid","provider":"FaithFolkStudio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}