Dactylorhiza majalis
marsh orchid
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This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
- Position: partial shade
- Soil: moist but well-drained, humus-rich soil
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: May to June
- Hardiness: fully hardy
Perfect for naturalising in reliably moist but well drained borders, meadows and edge of woodland, these native hardy orchids are easy and undemanding bulbous perennials that produce a slender spire of pinkish purple flowers in late spring and early summer. The foliage is attractive too and Dactylorhiza majalis sometimes has a smattering of burgundy spots.
Low maintenance, grow in moist but well-drained, humus-rich, leafy soil in partial shade. Divide over-large clumps in early spring.