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Curcuma 'Pink Surprise'

Also Known As

  • Pink Surprise Siam Tulip

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 2'-6'
  • W: 1'-4'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

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Curcuma 'Pink Surprise' plant details

Curcuma 'Pink Surprise' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with. In summer pink and white flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly shade and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Curcuma 'Pink Surprise'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: zingiberaceae
Mature size: 1 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Curcuma 'Pink Surprise'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Curcuma are a ginger relative native to southeast Asia. It takes drought, heat and humidity with equal ease. The long lasting flower spikes are sometimes called summer tulips. Each rhizome can produce up to 5 flowers. It prefers some shade. Pictured is Pink Wonder the two gingers look similar but "Pink Surprise" has some white at the base. Cold hardy in zones 7+. Move inside for winter in colder areas. Zones: 7-10 Bloom time: Jun-Early Fall Bulb size: Large Rhizomes-- most have several sprouts Plant height: 1-2ft

Gardening facts about Curcuma 'Pink Surprise' plant

How to Grow Curcuma 'Pink Surprise'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • pink
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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