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Roscoea purpurea

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 12"

planting zones

6a-9b

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Roscoea purpurea plant details

Roscoea purpurea is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Grows well with shade and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Roscoea purpurea

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: zingiberaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Roscoea purpurea

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A native of the Himalayas, Roscoea purpurea (syn. R. procera) is a zone 6 ginger relative with orchid-like, light purple flowers that is a stunner in a pot or in a part sun or shady woodland garden. A superb and intriguing addition to any garden.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

We always think of this as an easy and affordable substitute for orchids as the flowers are reminiscent. In the ginger family, this is easy Asian tuberous plant can be grown in part sun to light shade. It will get a foot or more high and will have a succession of showy purple-pink flowers and clump quickly.