Cymbidium Red Globe 'M463' is a selected cultivar from the grex Cymbidium Red Globe. It is a hybrid between Cymbidium Regal Beauty and Cymbidium Red Beauty. This cultivar produces vivid red flowers with white and burgundy patterned lips on upright spikes. Suitable for pot culture only and well adapted to cool to temperate climates. Key Characteristics Flower size: Large (approx. 10 cm) Flower colour & pattern: Bold red with white and burgundy patterned lips Spike habit: Upright / Multiple spikes per bulb Blooming season: Mid-season (July to August) Plant size: Medium to large Growth habit: Clumping Fragrance: Not fragrant Flower count per spike: 12–15 Bloom longevity: Long lasting (typically 5–7 weeks) Care Notes Position: Bright filtered light or morning sun Water: Water regularly in active growth; reduce in winter Potting: Use free-draining orchid mix; never plant in-ground Feeding: Fortnightly during growth; switch to bloom fertiliser in late autumn Climate: Cool to temperate Repotting: Every 2–3 years after flowering
