Cymbidium Devon Ore '2nd Millennium' is a compact mericlone Cymbidium hybrid selected for its bold, dark-toned flowers and naturally cascading spike habit. The Devon Ore grex is an established Australian hybrid known for its deep, richly coloured blooms; '2nd Millennium' is a cultivar selected for its intense maroon-to-chocolate colouration and graceful cascading presentation.
What to expect
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Flowering: Winter to spring. Cascading spikes carrying multiple flowers in gracefully descending sprays — effective when displayed elevated or in hanging baskets.
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Flowers: Deep maroon to chocolate with a contrasting, richly patterned central lip. Bold colour with clean form. As a mericlone, flowers are consistent with the images shown.
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Plant: Compact miniature size. Supplied in a 66mm pot as an established growing plant.
Growing notes
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Temperature: Cool to intermediate. Well-suited to southern Australian conditions. Requires cool autumn nights to initiate spiking.
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Light: Bright filtered light. 30–50% shade cloth or dappled outdoor shade. Avoid direct midday sun.
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Water: Water freely during spring and summer growth. Reduce frequency in winter while keeping the medium just moist.
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Feeding: Balanced liquid fertiliser fortnightly during the growing season. Taper off through late autumn and winter.
Shipping & condition
Dispatched in a 66mm pot as a well-established plant. Packed to protect the root system during transit. Ships from the Dandenong Ranges, Victoria.