Hanging Naked Man Orchid

[Bohobumble]

Thought I'd ask a serious question, alongside a pic that's sure to make you smile!

OCC: Orchis italica
Does anyone grow this in the UK? Is it very difficult?

My sense of humour thinks it would be a good idea to try

[ancee]

I wish you could source these brilliant orchids doing the rounds on the Internet! There is one of a Smiling bee that I would love!

[Bigmallly]

My favourite is the monkey orchid:

[Bohobumble]

Pic isn't working BM?

RHS website is listing one supplier but they don't appear to have any stock currently.... might be worth getting on their mailing list!

RHS plant finder

[Bigmallly]

How strange, it's working for me:

[veggiechicken]

I can't find a Chicken orchid so here's another little monkey

[ancee]

They're brilliant aren't they? I love orchids