Cattleya Kathleen Grey

This classic hybrid combines Cattleya tenebrosa and Cattleya Canhamiana, offering elegant, open-form flowers with gently waved petals and a dramatic ruffled lip. Its sculptural blooms bring a distinctive presence to a bright orchid collection.

• Light: Bright, filtered light with gentle morning sun. An east-facing window or a lightly shaded greenhouse position is ideal; protect from harsh midday sun.
• Temperature: Intermediate to warm-growing; 60–85°F (16–29°C), with a moderate drop in temperature at night.
• Humidity: Maintain 50–70% humidity with steady air circulation.
• Watering: Water thoroughly, then allow the potting mix to dry nearly completely before watering again. Use a coarse, freely draining orchid bark mix. Water more frequently during active root and shoot growth and reduce slightly when growth slows.

Additional Notes:

Rose-pink petals and sepals frame a deep magenta lip with a pale ruffled edge and contrasting throat markings. Thick green leaves are carried on successive pseudobulbs; leave space for new growth and repot when fresh roots begin to emerge.