Roscoea purpurea 'Spice Island'

Also Known As

Hardy Ginger
Spice Island Roscoea

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 18"
W: 12"

planting zones

6a-9b

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Roscoea purpurea 'Spice Island' plant details

Roscoea purpurea 'Spice Island' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green and red foliage. In summer magenta flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Roscoea purpurea 'Spice Island'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: zingiberaceae
Foliage: deciduous green and red
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 18 IN tall
Flowers: magenta blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, tropical-looking, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Roscoea purpurea 'Spice Island'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This hardy ginger relative has dark leaves with deep red backs. It forms clumps with showy thick, deep red stems. Roscoea 'Spice Island' has lavender purple, orchid-like flowers on the top of the stalks in mid summer. It can be used as a tropical element or in mixed shade beds. A good container plant.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

This hardy ginger has dark leaves with deep red backs. It forms clumps with showy thick, deep red stems. 'Cinnamon Spice' has lavender purple, orchid-like flowers on the top of the stalks in mid summer. It can be used as a tropical element or in mixed shade beds. Good container plant.