A tuberous perennial with deep green leaves and purple or occasionally white or bi-coloured, orchid-like flowers in early and mid-summer. Max Height 40cm. Max Spread 15cm. Flowers June to July. Partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Roscoea purpurea
A tuberous perennial with deep green leaves and purple or occasionally white or bi-coloured, orchid-like flowers in early and mid-summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Roscoea |
|---|---|
| Species | purpurea |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | purple, white |
| 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 | June, July |
| 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 | |
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| Maintenance | |
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