Ground orchids are generally not bothered by pests or diseases. The leaves bleach out or turn yellowish in hot, sunny, dry conditions, and very wet locations can cause root rot.

Did you know orchids can be grown in the ground in our area?

Chinese Ground Orchid is a cold hardy terrestrial orchid that produces small cattleya-like purple flowers in spring and has attractive pleated green foliage that dies back in winter. Showy and easy to care for, it should be divided every 4-5 years for consistent blooms.

Spathoglottis plicata (Purple Ground Orchid) - An easy to grow terrestrial orchid, great as a landscaping plant and ornamental pot plant. Will flower almost year-round in warm climates. May die down during winter in cool climates.

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10 Best ground orchids that can be grown in the groundWelcome to our guide featuring the "10 Best Ground Orchids That Can Be Grown in the Ground." Orchids have fascinated plant enthusiasts for generations with their delicate and exotic beauty

Bletillia/ ground orchid

Even though it's called a "ground orchid," this one is growing in a pot and is doing very well. The Grapette Ground Orchid (Spathoglottis unguiculata) 'Grapette' is a beautiful, small terrestrial orchid with deep purple flowers one-inch across with a yellow fringed lip. The flowers are long lasting, produce successive flowers over time and have a distinct fragrance of grape juice (which I can definitely attest to). (April 26, 2008)

Afraid to grow orchids? Try landscaping with easy care ground orchids - colorful and unusual plants for South Florida gardens. Read all about them!