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Posted 02/22/2023 in Perennial

Alpinia zerumbet 'Variegata'

The common name is shell ginger due to the shell pink flowers and the ginger smelling roots. Alpinia zerumbet 'Variegata' features variegated dark green leaves with attractive pink-tinged plants. Can be grown outside or inside.

Post Details

Latin Name
Alpinia zerumbet 'Variegata'
Common Name
Shell Ginger
Planting Zone
Zone 8 Zone 9 Zone 10
Bloom Season
Spring
Height
2-4 ft
Spread
2-4 ft
Potential Pests
No serious problems

Plant Story

The common name is shell ginger due to the shell pink flowers and the ginger smelling roots. Alpinia zerumbet 'Variegata' features variegated dark green leaves with attractive pink-tinged plants. Can be grown outside or inside.

Special Care Instructions

Annual in zone 7 or colder. Dig up rhizomes and store inside in the winter.

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