Roscoea purpurea var. gigantea

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 12"-16"
W: 12"

planting zones

7a-9b

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Roscoea purpurea var. gigantea plant details

Roscoea purpurea var. gigantea is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun 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 var. gigantea

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: zingiberaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN - 16 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Roscoea purpurea var. gigantea

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

We received this plant as the cultivar 'Gigantea' which doesn't appear to be an accepted name hence our double quotes. Disclaimer aside, it is a big mother, stout of stem, leaf and flower and very grudging with seed and divisions. Large late summer light purple flowers. Muy Gigante!