Yellow Phalaenopsis 70cm 3-Spike

A yellow Phalaenopsis orchid is something most people have never seen in person. While white and pink dominate the market, this golden-petalled beauty with its striking magenta lip is a genuine rarity, and it has just arrived from Amsterdam in very limited numbers.

Standing 70cm tall on two arching spikes, the blooms cascade outward in a graceful arc that catches the light in a way that white orchids simply cannot match. Each petal is a warm, buttery gold with fine veining, and the deep magenta lip at the centre adds a bold contrast that makes this orchid plant impossible to ignore.

This is the kind of orchid gift that makes someone say "Where did you find this?" And the answer is: it found its way here from the Netherlands, hand-selected and air-freighted to our Cape Town studio.

What's Included

• 1 x Phalaenopsis orchid plant (yellow with magenta lip, 70cm height)
• 2 flowering spikes with multiple open blooms and buds
• Presented in a nursery pot, wrapped in charcoal-grey and black paper with blush-pink trim
• Free personalised greeting card
• Same-day delivery in Cape Town (order before 12pm)
• Cape Town delivery only

How to Care for Your Phalaenopsis Orchid

Place in bright, indirect light away from direct sun and cold draughts. Water once a week by soaking the roots for 10 minutes, then drain completely. Never let the roots sit in standing water. Feed monthly with orchid fertiliser during spring and summer. When the last bloom drops, cut the spike just above a visible node to encourage a second flush of flowers.

Why Choose This Orchid

Yellow Phalaenopsis orchids are uncommon in South Africa. Most florists do not stock them because they are harder to source and sell out quickly. This limited edition consignment has been flown direct from specialist growers in the Netherlands, and once these plants are gone, they are gone.

The two arching spikes create a wide, sweeping silhouette that looks stunning on a dining table, office desk, or entrance hallway. It is bold without being loud, warm without being ordinary.

Fabulous Flowers has been Cape Town's trusted florist since 1999. Every orchid plant delivery leaves our studio inspected, wrapped, and handled with care. If you want to send something that stands apart from every other gift, this yellow orchid is it.

Pair it with our Luxury Chocolate Box for the complete gift, or browse our full Orchid Plant Collection for more colours.

FAQ

How long does a yellow Phalaenopsis orchid last?

With proper care, expect six to eight weeks of blooms. Yellow Phalaenopsis orchids are just as hardy as white or pink varieties. Once the flowers drop, cut the spike above a node and the plant will often produce a new spike within a few months.

Where can this orchid be delivered?

This orchid is available for same-day delivery in Cape Town only. Place your order before 12pm and it will arrive the same day, carefully handled to ensure it reaches you in perfect condition.

Are yellow orchids rare?

Yes. Yellow Phalaenopsis orchids are far less common than white or pink varieties. They are produced by specialist growers, primarily in the Netherlands, and are not always available in South Africa. This consignment is strictly limited.

What occasions suit a yellow orchid?

Yellow orchids are associated with friendship, joy, and new beginnings. They make a wonderful gift for birthdays, housewarmings, congratulations, or simply brightening someone's week. The warm golden colour also works beautifully as a statement piece in your own home.

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