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Alpinia zerumbet 'Variegata'
Tropical Ginger
- » Fragrant
- » Foliage Interest
Fragrant, waxy light-pink buds open to tubular flowers with yellow inner lips and red throats, hanging in graceful 1' racemes from leafy stems in summer. Long, lance-shaped green leaves add a lush tropical feel, making it ideal for shady gardens, patio containers, borders, and entryways.
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Habit
| • | Compact |
Soil Moisture
| • | Moist, Well-Drained |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Alpinia zerumbet 'Variegata'
Plant in part sun, water every week until established. Apply a slow release fertilizer in early spring. Keep a layer of mulch around the base of the plant year-round to conserve water and reduce weeds.