Cymbidium 'Sweet Heart Spring Pearl' Outdoors in San Jose

Bought at Obon festival. 4" pot, four leaf clusters. Will it grow outside year-round in San Jose?

Yes, With Frost Protection

• San Jose neighbor here (Blossom Valley).
• Move under cover if forecast <40°F (buds/spikes damaged below 40).
• Tolerates >85°F if moist and 50% shade.
• Water early morning when mix almost dry (2–3 days summer, 2–3 weeks winter).
• Morning sun, 50% afternoon shade; leaves light-medium green = good light.
• Feed balanced orchid fertilizer at ½ strength.
• Gentle breezes.