Bud watch: Paphiopedilum Deperle 'Philippe'

I haven't had paphiopedilum bud watch for a while. The longest bud I waited for was Paph. malipoense, it took around 6 months from spike start to bloom.
Let's see how long this one will take.



I should probably mention that I get absolutely no credit for getting this plant to bloom. It was purchased with spike already started...