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.
Category: Perennials
Additional information
Generic | Roscoea |
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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 | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
Propagation |
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