Rlc. Linkin Love 'Chester' | BS not in bloom | 4" pot

Rhyncholaeliocattleya (Rlc.) Linkin Love 'Chester' is an exceptional, high-impact Cattleya cultivar celebrated for its spectacular color contrast, heavily ruffled segments, and remarkable picotee patterning. Bred to deliver true exhibition-quality drama, this clone stands out instantly with its vibrant sunset tones and deep, velvety borders.

The large, waxy-textured flowers feature bright golden-yellow petals and a broad lip, all dramatically outlined with a thick, ruffled border of deep maroon to plum-purple. Smooth, golden-amber sepals frame the bloom, while the expansive center radiates in rich golden hues with a high-contrast throat. On warm, sunny mornings, the long-lasting blossoms release a rich, classic Cattleya fragrance.

Plant & Bloom Profile

• Growth Habit & Size: A robust, medium-to-large sympodial Cattleya featuring stout, upright pseudobulbs and thick, leathery foliage. Mature plants typically reach a height of 14 to 18 inches, holding their heavy, multi-flowered clusters proudly above the leaves.

• Bloom Season & Habit: Typically flowers in fall through winter as new pseudobulbs mature, maintaining its heavy-substanced, long-lasting blooms for 3 to 5 weeks.

• Fragrance: Intensely aromatic, releasing a sweet, warm morning perfume during bright hours.

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