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Cypripedium 'Frosch's Harlequin' is a compact, hardy Lady’s Slipper orchid hybrid celebrated for its playful and variable coloration. A selected clone of Cypripedium Hans Erni, this plant exhibits a remarkable trait: the base color of its flowers shifts depending on the temperature during bud formation—appearing white in warmer conditions and pale yellow in cooler ones. In years with fluctuating spring weather, both colors may bloom simultaneously on the same clump, creating a truly unique display. Growing to a modest height of 20–25 cm, 'Harlequin' is ideal for the foreground of garden beds or shaded borders. It thrives in rich, moist, well-drained soil with part shade to light sun exposure and is hardy in zones 3–8. Known for its vigor, robustness, and consistent performance, this hybrid is especially well-suited for beginners seeking a reliable and visually striking introduction to hardy orchids. With its charming unpredictability and ease of care, 'Frosch's Harlequin' brings both whimsy and elegance to the garden.
Available in mid October for fall planting. Best to reserve now.
Cypripedium 'Frosch's Harlequin' is a compact, hardy Lady’s Slipper orchid hybrid celebrated for its playful and variable coloration. A selected clone of Cypripedium Hans Erni, this plant exhibits a remarkable trait: the base color of its flowers shifts depending on the temperature during bud formation—appearing white in warmer conditions and pale yellow in cooler ones. In years with fluctuating spring weather, both colors may bloom simultaneously on the same clump, creating a truly unique display. Growing to a modest height of 20–25 cm, 'Harlequin' is ideal for the foreground of garden beds or shaded borders. It thrives in rich, moist, well-drained soil with part shade to light sun exposure and is hardy in zones 3–8. Known for its vigor, robustness, and consistent performance, this hybrid is especially well-suited for beginners seeking a reliable and visually striking introduction to hardy orchids. With its charming unpredictability and ease of care, 'Frosch's Harlequin' brings both whimsy and elegance to the garden.
Available in mid October for fall planting. Best to reserve now.
