Kahili Ginger. An upright perennial with narrow greyish green leaves and very fragrant lemon yellow flowers with bright red stamens. Max Height 2m. Max Spread 1m. Flowers August to September. Full sun/partial shade. Not hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Hedychium gardnerianum
An upright perennial with narrow greyish green leaves and very fragrant lemon yellow flowers with bright red stamens.
Category: Perennials
Additional information
Generic | Hedychium |
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Species | gardnerianum |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Kahili Ginger |
Flower Colour | yellow |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
Foliage | Herbaceous |
Height | 2m |
Family | Zingiberaceae |
Spread | 1m |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Upright |
Fragrance | TRUE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | August, September |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | Shelter from cold winds |
Hardiness | Not hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Provide a deep winter mulch |
Border | Border, Pot, Conservatory plant |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
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