Cypripedium calceolus - Lady's slipper

continental : Watering occurs only when there are long periods of drought or when the ground is very dry, using 0-1 glasses of water; during this period of the year usually watering once every 1-2 weeks can be enough if the weather is mild.

alpine : During this period of the year it’s not necessary to water the The Cypripedium calceolus too often; usually watering should be done every 2-3 weeks with -1-0 glasses of water, but only if the soil is dry. We suggest watering only during periods with a mild climate.

mediterranean : Let’s water not too frequently, but regularly using 1-2 glasses of water, when the soil is clearly dry. During this period of the year watering every 0-1 weeks can be enough, but only during the milder days.

continental : The Cypripedium calceolus can bear some hours during the day of direct sunlight, but it is best to locate it in a partially shady place.
We suggest, during the coldest months of the year, to grow these plants in a sheltered place, where the freezing is not too intense.

alpine : A partially shaded place is advisable, where the The Cypripedium calceolus is exposed to direct solar rays only for a few hours daily.
These plants can stand short frosts, but during the coldest months of the year we suggest covering them with a non-woven fabric, or move them to a cold greenhouse.

mediterranean : Locate this plant in a partially shady place, directly exposed to solar rays for a few hours a day.
The Cypripedium calceolus can stand the cold, therefore it can be planted in full ground in the garden.

Fertilize Cypripedium calceolus : In the winter it’s not necessary to fertilize orchids.

Pests Cypripedium calceolus : During cold months parasites are unlikely to develop; if necessary apply a mineral oil treatment against cochineals.