CYUMBIDIUMS 
hardy orchids 
Until recently, the Cymbidiums were largely the 
hobby of collectors, but, now that their many at- 
tractions are becoming more widely known, there 
is an ever increasing popular demand for them. Be- 
cause of their rarity and ethereal beauty, they 
demand instant recognition in any garden. They 
have their own very distinctive color range, includ- 
ing white and the various tints and tones of pink, 
lilac, yellow, amber, bronze, green, chartreuse, 
pearl and opalescent, and even a warm, deep wine. 
Due to the numerous shades inherent, in many in- 
stances, in a single flower, it is obviously impossible 
to make a_ clear cut color delineation with any 
degree of accuracy and classify or list them ac- 
cordingly. 
You can plant them in the open or in containers 
which may be moved into the house for decorative 
purposes. For cut flowers they are unique, as the 
blooms on the long graceful curving spikes will last 
six or seven weeks in water and the detached in- 
dividual flower will last from ten days to two weeks 
which makes them ideal subjects for corsages, as 
they can be used repeatedly and remain fresh if 
kept in a cool place. 
It is an interesting fact that many of our choicest 
plants are not only hardy but exceedingly simple 
