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Hedychium densiflorum
ginger lily
Forming a slowly spreading clump of lustrous foliage, Hedychium densiflorum is one of the hardier forms. A compact ginger lily,...
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Plant description
Forming a slowly spreading clump of lustrous foliage, Hedychium densiflorum is one of the hardier forms.
A compact ginger lily, the slender spikes of fragrant, orange-red flowers appear early in the season and tend to open in one impressive flush.
A compact ginger lily, the slender spikes of fragrant, orange-red flowers appear early in the season and tend to open in one impressive flush.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Fast-growing
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, but well-drained soil, or general-purpose loam-based potting compost
How to care for Hedychium densiflorum:
Plant the rhizomes into pots using a good soil-based compost such as John Innes No. 2. The rhizome should be placed horizontally just below the surface of the soil with the small reddish coloured buds facing upwards. Water well and then grow on under glass until all risk of frost has passed.
Alternatively, store the rhizomes in a cool, frost-free place (such as a garage, shed or unheated porch) until they can be planted straight out in the garden. Keep well watered during the summer, but dry during winter. The rhizomes should be covered in the autumn with a deep, dry mulch, or brought inside and kept in a frost free spot until the spring when they can be planted outside again.
Alternatively, store the rhizomes in a cool, frost-free place (such as a garage, shed or unheated porch) until they can be planted straight out in the garden. Keep well watered during the summer, but dry during winter. The rhizomes should be covered in the autumn with a deep, dry mulch, or brought inside and kept in a frost free spot until the spring when they can be planted outside again.
Warning
Humans/Pets: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten
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