Hybrid seedling plant in a 100mm pot. Near flowering size.

The large flowers of Denis Roessiger (Pot. Golden Circle x Slc. Angel Eyes) are very rounded, with an unusual red on red flaring with a well-shaped red lip with a spot of yellow in the throat. Virginia Dickey (Slc. Pink Doll x Sl. Pole-Star) is used a lot in our breeding, it’s a great breeder.  Lots of potential here. We are anticipating larger-than-normal flowers on a small plant thanks to the influence of Dennis Roessler. The colours will be in the red shades, some solid, others flared, 3-4 full-shaped flowers with wide petals, well held on sturdy stems. 

Imported Seedling from Sunset Valley Orchids, USA. Picture shows the parent of this cross. The above description was written by Fred Clarke and details the expectation of this hybrid. For information on growing Cattleyas check out our growing page at http://barritaorchids.com/pages/growers-resource-page