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Alpinia purpurata

Red Ginger

This is a glorious plant. The flowers are great for floral arrangements. 

Plant Characteristics

Dimensions at Maturity
  • Height: 4 to 6 ft
  • Spread: 0 M

Leaves
Evergreen, Herbaceous

Flowers
Cocobolo Tree Farm currently carries the red and pink variety 

Bloom Cycle
Year round

Additional Information

Care Instructions
Needs plenty of water. In dry forest region use drip irrigation or put in large containers to conserve water during the dry season. 

Aesthetic Combinations
Great foliage and color for a truly tropical look. 

Natural Associations

 Bees, birds and butterflies are all attracted to ginger.

References

http://davesgarden.com/guides/pf/go/59492/#b

http://www.herballegacy.com/Whitney_History.html

http://www.caldwellhort.com/html/gingers.html  contact to identify type

Tags
herb,

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