Ginger, Shellflower

Alpinia zerumbet

Basics

Plant Type :Perennial
Hardiness Range : Minimum :7.5
Maximum :10
Zone : 7,8,9,10

Height Range : Minimum :182.88
Maximum :213.36

Spread Range : Minimum :91.44
Maximum :121.92

Growth Range :Average growth rate

Shape : Upright or erect

Exposure (light) : Full/partial sun

Wetness Tolerance : Moist
Persistnece : Evergreen
Leaf Color : Green, Variegated, Yellow

Fall Color : No change in color, Not showy

Bloom

Color : Pink, White
Time : Mid summer, Late summer

Fruit Color : Red
Attribute : Suitable for cut flowers, Fragrant flowers, Blooms appear periodically throughout the year, Attractive flowers or blooms

Care & Uses

Salt Tolerance :Medium salt tolerance
Environment :Tolerates wetness, Tolerates moderate drought
Soil Condition :Acidic, Clay, Loamy, Neutral, Sandy, Slightly alkaline, Well drained