Cymbidium ‘Sunshine Daydream’ × ‘Sunshine Day Dream “Blood Orange”’
A luminous, warm-toned cymbidium hybrid from O’Dowds Orchids — bred to deliver saturated orange-salmon blooms with refined form and dependable flowering. This cross pairs the bright, floriferous ‘Sunshine Daydream’ with the dramatic color intensity of ‘Sunshine Day Dream “Blood Orange”’, producing progeny that lean toward deep sunset hues while retaining excellent spike production and long-lasting flowers.
Key characteristics
Flower color: Range of orange to deep blood-orange, often with salmon or apricot overtones; occasional tonal veining or darker lip.
Flower form: Classic cymbidium shape with well-proportioned petals and a slightly reflexed lip in many seedlings.
Bloom size: Medium to large florets, typically 3–5 inches (7–13 cm) across.
Spike habit: Multiplied spike capability; each mature fan often yields several strong, evenly spaced spikes.
Flower longevity: Long-lasting — blooms commonly remain in good condition for several weeks under proper care.
Cultural notes
Light: Bright, filtered light; morning sun or dappled light best. Avoid intense midday sun to prevent leaf scorch.
Temperature: Warm days (65–80°F / 18–27°C) with cooler nights (50–60°F / 10–16°C) encourage bud set and proper coloration.
Watering: Keep evenly moist during active growth and spike development; allow slight drying between waterings in winter rest.
Humidity & air movement: Moderate humidity (40–60%) with good air circulation reduces disease risk and improves spike health.
Potting medium: Free-draining mix — chunky bark or a mix designed for cymbidiums. Repot every 2–3 years or when media breaks down.
Fertilizer: Balanced fertilizer (e.g., 20-20-20) during growth; higher potassium in late summer to enhance spike and bloom development.
Why choose this cross
Spectacular color palette: Ideal for growers and florists seeking intense orange and blood-orange tones without sacrificing classic cymbidium form.
Reliable performance: Good spike production and robust plants suitable for cooler greenhouse conditions as well as well-managed indoor culture.
Versatility: Strong cut-flower potential and impressive potted-display presence.
Availability & ordering O’Dowds Orchids offers select seedlings and established plants when in stock. Visit our website or contact us for current availability, plant size options, and shipping details. Nationwide shipping available.
Cymbidium ‘Sunshine Daydream’ × ‘Sunshine Day Dream “Blood Orange”’
A luminous, warm-toned cymbidium hybrid from O’Dowds Orchids — bred to deliver saturated orange-salmon blooms with refined form and dependable flowering. This cross pairs the bright, floriferous ‘Sunshine Daydream’ with the dramatic color intensity of ‘Sunshine Day Dream “Blood Orange”’, producing progeny that lean toward deep sunset hues while retaining excellent spike production and long-lasting flowers.
Key characteristics
Flower color: Range of orange to deep blood-orange, often with salmon or apricot overtones; occasional tonal veining or darker lip.
Flower form: Classic cymbidium shape with well-proportioned petals and a slightly reflexed lip in many seedlings.
Bloom size: Medium to large florets, typically 3–5 inches (7–13 cm) across.
Spike habit: Multiplied spike capability; each mature fan often yields several strong, evenly spaced spikes.
Flower longevity: Long-lasting — blooms commonly remain in good condition for several weeks under proper care.
Cultural notes
Light: Bright, filtered light; morning sun or dappled light best. Avoid intense midday sun to prevent leaf scorch.
Temperature: Warm days (65–80°F / 18–27°C) with cooler nights (50–60°F / 10–16°C) encourage bud set and proper coloration.
Watering: Keep evenly moist during active growth and spike development; allow slight drying between waterings in winter rest.
Humidity & air movement: Moderate humidity (40–60%) with good air circulation reduces disease risk and improves spike health.
Potting medium: Free-draining mix — chunky bark or a mix designed for cymbidiums. Repot every 2–3 years or when media breaks down.
Fertilizer: Balanced fertilizer (e.g., 20-20-20) during growth; higher potassium in late summer to enhance spike and bloom development.
Why choose this cross
Spectacular color palette: Ideal for growers and florists seeking intense orange and blood-orange tones without sacrificing classic cymbidium form.
Reliable performance: Good spike production and robust plants suitable for cooler greenhouse conditions as well as well-managed indoor culture.
Versatility: Strong cut-flower potential and impressive potted-display presence.
Availability & ordering O’Dowds Orchids offers select seedlings and established plants when in stock. Visit our website or contact us for current availability, plant size options, and shipping details. Nationwide shipping available.
