Costus 'Green Mountain'

Also Known As

Costus curvibracteatus 'Green Mountain'
Green Mountain Spiral Ginger

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3'-6'
W: 2'-4'

planting zones

9a-11

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Costus 'Green Mountain' plant details

Costus 'Green Mountain' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer orange flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly 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 Costus 'Green Mountain'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: costaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Costus 'Green Mountain'

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This hybrid between curvibracteatus and varzearum was made by Tim Chapman. It grows to about 3 feet and has shiny green leaves. It is a vigorous grower and blooms profusely with beautiful orange flowers. Thanks to it's size and display of flowers it makes a great container plant. It is hardy to at least zone 9.