Costus vargasii 'Raspberry Yogurt'

Also Known As

Costus sp. 'Raspberry Yogurt'
Raspberry Yogurt Spiral Ginger

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 3'-6'
W: 2'

planting zones

8a-11

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Costus vargasii 'Raspberry Yogurt' plant details

Costus vargasii 'Raspberry Yogurt' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Costus vargasii 'Raspberry Yogurt'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: costaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in summer
Uses: tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Costus vargasii 'Raspberry Yogurt'

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One of my favorite Costus. It has fabulous pinkish red stems with pronounced ligules that create bulges along the stem. It produces flowers basally and terminally and are bright red. It doesn't get much better in nature than this!