A tuberous perennial with dark green leaves and large mottled cream and purple-pink, orchid-like flowers in late summer or autumn. Max Height 40cm. Max Spread 15cm. Flowers August to September. Partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Roscoea ‘Beesiana’
A tuberous perennial with dark green leaves and large mottled cream and purple-pink, orchid-like flowers in late summer or autumn.
Additional information
| Generic | Roscoea |
|---|---|
| Species | |
| Varietry | 'Beesiana' |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | cream, pink, purple |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Partial shade |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 40cm |
| Family | Zingiberaceae |
| Spread | 15cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | August, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | Sheltered site |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border, Woodland |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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