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Gingers for that tropical look! Spring 2008 shipping has ended. Now taking preorders for Fall 2008 shipping.
Much valued for their large, butterfly-shaped flowers and sweet, heady scent. These tough lilies may freeze to the ground in a cold snap
only to return with greater vigor the following season. Coming in a wide range of heights, they can be used throughout the border for a spiky texture.
Large cone-like flower heads in a wide range of colors bloom from early summer until frost.
A very large and diverse group of gingers valued both for their tropical foliage and for their large, colorful flower heads. Although most species are hardy to Zone 8, the plants must be kept frost-free for 16 or more months in order to bloom. Several species are grown for their spicy roots and medicinal value. Shell Ginger - (Alpinia zerumbet): Outstanding green foliage plant reaching to 8 foot. When planted in warm areas, it will reward the grower with large pendant flowers of various shades of white and pink. Great for tub gardens. (Zones 8-10). $9.99. Variegated Shell Ginger - (Alpinia zerumbet varigata): Outstanding variegated foliage plant reaching to 4 foot.
When planted in warm areas, it will reward the grower with large pendant flowers of various shades of white and pink.
Great for tub gardens. (Zones 8-10). $9.99. Goodwood Shell Ginger - (Alpinia sp.): Fine, dark green leaves on tall stalks make this one a winner for the back of the border. Grows to 6 foot. (Zones 8-10). $9.99. Galangal or Thai Ginger - (Alpinia galanga): A staple of Thai cooking. Has a delightful spicy-hot flavor. It is used like regular edible ginger or may be sliced, dried or powdered. Both the pungent roots and tender young shoots are harvested. Interesting foliage plant to 4 foot with small white and red striped flowers. Easily grown in full to part sun and hardy to Zone 8. $15.99
Dramatic flowers and lush foliage. Some species have flower stalks that appear before the foliage, while others bloom luminously in mid-summer. Make great and long-lasting cut flowers
Hidden Ginger - (Curcuma elata): Pink flowers on naked stalks in May followed by 6 foot foliage. Find a place in the back of the border for this heirloom beauty. Part sun.
(Zones 8-10). $9.99. Scarlet Fever - (Curcuma elata var. Scarlet Fever): Pink flowers on naked stalks in May followed by 6-8 foot foliage. Stalks are deep scarlet and the upright foliage is bright green. Part to full sun. (Zones 8-10). $12.99.
Emperor Curcuma - (Curcuma petiolata): White bordered, pale-green leaves grow to 3 feet. Ghostly white flowers in July. Needs more shade than most.
(Zones 8-10). $9.99.
Some are low-growing accent plants while others are great for landscaping. Try a few.
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