Cymbidium Little Sarah 'Freak Scene' - One Off Specials

Cymbidium Little Sarah 'Freak Scene' is a selected cultivar from the grex Cymbidium Little Sarah. This grex is a hybrid between Cymbidium Sarah Jean and Cymbidium Sleeping Beauty, registered in 1993 by Valley Orchids. The 'Freak Scene' cultivar is noted for its miniature peloric flowers, where the petals and sepals partially mimic the lip, creating a striking symmetry. Its compact size and unusual floral form make it highly valued for pot culture in cool to temperate climates.

Key Characteristics

• Flower size: Small (approx. 5-6 cm)
• Flower colour & pattern: Soft pink with bold red spotting and peloric form
• Spike habit: Upright
• Blooming season: Mid to late season (spring)
• Plant size: Compact / Miniature
• Growth habit: Clumping
• Fragrance: Not fragrant (not recorded)
• Flower count per spike: 8-12
• Bloom longevity: 4-6 weeks (typical)

Care Notes

• Position: Bright filtered light or morning sun
• Water: Water regularly during growth; reduce slightly in winter
• Potting: Use free-draining orchid mix; never in-ground
• Feeding: Fortnightly during active growth; switch to bloom fertiliser before flowering
• Climate: Cool to temperate
• Repotting: Every 2-3 years after flowering