The Pleione 'askia x askia' is a striking plant with dark green striated leaves with an unusual pink plant with 5 petals with a heavily fringed central petal featuring blotches of red and white.
Pleiones, also known as 'Window Sill Orchids' are relatively hardy and have no issues surviving the average British winter. They can be planted anytime they are dormant, but it is normally best to avoid frosts so should be planted either in autumn or mid to late spring. The beautiful plant blooms in early spring with each bulb producing 2 or 3 flowers.
Planting Time: September - November, April - May
Flowering Time: March - May
Max height: 15cm