Bletilla striata Soryu Butia also from Hosta 'Captain Kirk'

also from Hosta 'Captain Kirk'

topping out at 3' tall

the slowly stoloniferous clumps are adorned in early spring with the largest flowers in the genus Asarum (up to 4" across)

You'll find the interesting jagged cup-like flowers at the base of the plant in March

although they will also tolerate average moisture garden conditions

Bletilla striata Soryu Butia also from Hosta 'Captain Kirk'Bletilla striata 'Soryu' is a lovely Japanese selection of the hardy ground orchid, topped in late April early May with 2' tall flower stalks ending in a cluster of 1" mauvy lavender flowers that have a distinctive bluish cast. The contrasting white throat and dark purple lip make a scrumptious garden specimen. Slightly moist soils are best, although bletillas are very easy to grow in a wide range of less than perfect conditions.