Discover the captivating world of Bee Orchids (Ophrys apifera) and their unique relationship with the soil. In the wild, these orchids form a remarkable symbiotic bond with specific mycorrhizal fungi, essential for their germination and growth.

The tiny seeds of Bee Orchids lack the nutrients needed for independent germination. However, when they encounter the right mycorrhizal fungi in the soil, a vital partnership is formed. The fungi provide essential nutrients and support for germination, while the orchids reciprocate by offering sugars and other resources to the fungi.

This symbiotic alliance is fundamental for the survival and spread of Bee Orchids in their natural habitat. It's no wonder that cultivating Bee Orchids is such a challenge – they depend on this delicate balance found in their native environment.

I've been fortunate to have Bee Orchids naturally growing in my garden for several years, and I'm thrilled to share them with you. As soon as I spot these treasures in the lawned area I make them available for sale. In other areas of my garden, I let them grow freely, allowing them to flourish.

I'm passionate about sharing plants (I used to sell a variety of plants on eBay), and it brings me great joy to see them flourish in buyers' gardens. Please don't hesitate to share photos once they bloom in May/June – it's a delight to witness their beauty thriving in new surroundings.

Your purchase includes one plant, similar to the foliage-only photos in this listing. I ensure each plant is carefully lifted with a large plug of soil to keep the tuber and leaves undisturbed at all times. It's essential to maintain them in this soil, as it contains the rare and perfectly balanced microbiome crucial for their thriving growth.

Any questions, please contact me. I use Royal Mail and aim to dispatch the same or next day (it depends how dark it is when I get home so find them in the lawn!) Additional plants ordered can be combined for no additional shipping costs.

PLANTS WILL NOT BE SENT TO PO BOXES, CONVENIENCE STORES OR THE LIKE.