Variegated Shell Ginger

Botanical Name: Alpinia zerumbet variegata

Native Region/Environment: Southeast Asia

Sun/Light: Full sun in cooler regions and part shade to part sun as the environment becomes warmer and more arid. 

Temperature: USDA Zones 8b-12, possibly lower with winter protection.  Makes a good year round house plant.

Water: Prefers consistent moisture but not soggy conditions.

Soil: Fertile, loose

Growth Pattern: A clumping ginger that grows from underground rhizomes which sprout subterranean aerial roots, working out laterally as opposed to deeper.

Mature Size: Capable of growing 7'-10' tall under ideal conditions, but more likely to 6' as a die back perennial in cooler climates and closer to 4'-5' as a potted plant.  As a clumping ginger, it will spread unless interfered with.

Attributes: Stunning variegated foliage in greens and yellow imbue a lush, tropical feel.  The arching racemes grow from the old growth canes producing a couple dozen flowers that are pink tinged cream colored on the exterior and vibrant yellows and reds on the interior 

Attractor: Typical pollinators and hummingbirds

Pot: 4"