Den. Woonleng

Bright Canary Blooms on an Unstoppable Cane

A classic Dendrobium line built for pure color density and raw grower satisfaction. It grows tall, straight-jointed canes that load up with arching sprays of brilliant, sunny yellow flowers.

Each bloom opens in saturated canary-yellow with a slightly darker, warm amber throat tucked into the center. The petals and sepals sit flat and firm, holding a thick, waxy substance that gives the entire spray a polished, freshly lacquered finish.

If you appreciate a plant that simply gets down to business, this one belongs on your bench. The waxy flower texture keeps these sprays looking brand new for up to two months, long after more delicate orchids have thrown in the towel. It blooms readily off both new and older mature canes, meaning a well-grown plant puts on a heavier show with every passing season. Give it plenty of bright light, feed it well through the summer, and it will reward you with a wall of yellow year after year.

Quick Care Guide

• Light: High, filtered light near an east or south window; leaves should stay a pale lime-green.

• Water: Water heavily while actively growing, then allow the potting medium to dry between waterings in winter.

• Temperature: Nights 62–68°F, days 75–90°F.

• Fertilizer: Balanced orchid fertilizer, applied regularly during spring and summer growth.

• Mature size: Canes typically reach 18 to 24 inches tall; flowering spikes add another 10 to 14 inches.