Cattleya Alliance: Cattleya C. G. Roebling 'Blue Indigo’

🔷 Cattleya C. G. Roebling 'Blue Indigo' — A Vintage Treasure in Soft Blue Tones

Step into orchid history with Cattleya C. G. Roebling 'Blue Indigo', a classic hybrid that continues to captivate collectors with its refined form and unusual blue-lavender coloration. This historic cross between Cattleya gaskelliana and Cattleya purpurata produces large, fragrant flowers with elegant, broad petals in soft shades of indigo to silvery-lavender, complemented by a deep purple-blue lip with intricate golden markings in the throat.

Each bloom spans 5 to 6 inches and carries the sweet, floral fragrance typical of heirloom Cattleyas. A truly timeless orchid that combines heritage, beauty, and subtlety all in one stunning package.

🌿 Cultivation Tips for Cattleya C. G. Roebling 'Blue Indigo':

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect to filtered light (2,000–3,000 foot-candles). Place in an east or south-facing window or under grow lights for optimal growth and flowering.

• Temperature: Enjoys intermediate to warm conditions:

  • Day: 70–85°F (21–29°C)

  • Night: 55–60°F (13–16°C)

• Humidity: Maintain 50–70% humidity. Ensure good air movement to prevent fungal issues, especially in high humidity.

• Watering: Allow the potting medium to dry slightly between waterings. Water thoroughly when nearly dry, adjusting frequency based on climate and potting mix.

• Potting Medium: Use a well-draining orchid mix—medium-grade bark with perlite and charcoal works well. Repot every 2–3 years or when new growth begins after flowering.

• Fertilizer: Feed with a balanced orchid fertilizer (20-20-20 or similar) every two weeks during the active growing season. Reduce feeding in cooler months or when the plant is not actively growing.

Why You’ll Love It:
Cattleya C. G. Roebling 'Blue Indigo' is a cultivated classic—a piece of orchid heritage with an ethereal blue hue and enchanting fragrance. Its soft color palette and graceful blooms make it a favorite for collectors, show benches, or anyone seeking a sophisticated, cool-toned beauty for their collection.

This is a blooming size bareroot divisions in a 3' or 4" pot, newly repotted, about 1 to 2 years to bloom, grown from seed, limited!