Hedychium greenii - red ginger

Hedychium greenii - red ginger
£10.00
Please note that the first picture is of how the plant looks in flower, the second is of the plant for sale.  Hedychium greenii, or red ginger, is a half-hardy, rhizomatous perennial grown for its striking foliage and vibrant orange-red flowers. It features dark, glossy green leaves with maroon undersides and stems, and produces butterfly-like flowers in late summer and autumn. It requires a sheltered, sunny position and can be grown in borders or containers, needing winter protection such as mulching or lifting in cold climates to survive. 
 
Please note that the leaves may have started turning yellow/brown due to the time of year.
Description
  • Foliage:
    The leaves are mid-green and glossy on top, with a deep maroon on the reverse side and reddish, maroon-tinted stems. 
     
  • Flowers:
    The flowers are orange-red, butterfly-like, and appear in cylindrical spikes, typically in late summer to early autumn. 
     
  • Growth habit:
    It is a clump-forming perennial that grows up to 2 meters (6.5 ft) tall and spreads 60 cm (24 in) or more