Spiranthes 'Chadd's Ford' - Scented Lady's Tresses Orchid, Pond Edge Plant
Spiranthes 'Chadd's Ford' - Scented Lady's Tresses Orchid, Pond Edge Plant
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Spiranthes 'Chadd's Ford' (now listed as Spiranthes × bightensis 'Chadds Ford') is a hardy orchid that holds the RHS Award of Garden Merit. From late summer into autumn it sends up spikes of small white flowers arranged in a spiral, with a strong vanilla and jasmine scent.
Lady's tresses at a glance
| Botanical name | Spiranthes × bightensis 'Chadds Ford' (sold as Spiranthes 'Chadd's Ford') |
|---|---|
| Common name | Lady's tresses |
| Plant type | Hardy terrestrial orchid |
| Height and spread | Flower spikes 45–65 cm, up to 50 cm wide |
| Flowers | White, in a spiral spike, strongly scented, August to October |
| Position | Part shade (light shade or sun if the soil stays moist) |
| Soil | Moist, humus-rich soil that never dries out or becomes waterlogged |
| Pond depth | None – damp soil beside the pond, not standing water |
| Hardiness | RHS H4 – hardy in an average UK winter (-10 to -5°C) |
| Native to | Eastern USA (not UK native) |
Can lady's tresses grow by a pond?
Yes, in damp soil beside the pond, but not in water. It needs soil that never dries out, yet it dislikes being waterlogged, so keep the crown above the water line.
Where to plant it
- Moist, lightly shaded ground near a pond or stream
- A sheltered, east-facing border with humus-rich soil
- Pots of moisture-retentive compost
How to plant and care for it
Plant in spring and keep the soil moist all year. Mulch lightly in winter in colder gardens. Watch for aphids.
Which size should I buy?
Potted plants (9 cm, 1 litre and 3 litre) arrive growing in our peat-free compost and give a faster display. Packs of 3 come in 9 cm, 1 litre and 3 litre potted sizes and cost less per plant.
Pond depth: 0cm
Light: Part shade
Hardiness: Hardy
Height and spread: 40 - 80cm tall, 30 - 50cm wide
Planting and flowering months are shown in the calendar under the photos.
Potted (9 cm, 1 litre, 3 litre): plants growing in our recycled, peat-free compost made in Lincolnshire. Larger sizes give a faster display.
Pack of 3 (9 cm potted, 1 litre potted, 3 litre potted): three plants of the chosen size at a lower price per plant.
Sizes shown with a line through them are currently unavailable.
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