Cymbidium Stone Free 'Golden Tower'

Cymbidium Stone Free 'Golden Tower' is a selected cultivar from the grex Cymbidium Stone Free. This grex was registered on 16 April 2002 by Cal-Orchid and originated by A. Easton. Its parentage is Cymbidium Pearly Pepper × Cymbidium Mary Pinchess. This cultivar features large golden flowers with bold burgundy markings on tall upright spikes. Best suited to pot culture in cool to temperate climates.

Key Characteristics

• Flower size: Large (approx. 11 cm)
• Flower colour & pattern: Golden yellow with red-maroon lip markings
• Spike habit: Upright
• Blooming season: Mid season (July–September)
• Plant size: Medium to large
• Growth habit: Clumping
• Fragrance: Not fragrant
• Flower count per spike: 12–20
• Bloom longevity: Very long lasting

Care Notes

• Position: Bright filtered light or gentle morning sun
• Water: Water regularly in active growth; reduce in winter
• Potting: Use free-draining orchid mix in pots only
• Feeding: Fortnightly during growth; switch to bloom formula as spikes emerge
• Climate: Cool to temperate climates
• Repotting: Every 2–3 years after flowering