Zingiber ottensii

Also Known As

Ginger

Plant type

perennial, herb, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 3'-5'
W: 2'

planting zones

8a-11

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Zingiber ottensii plant details

Zingiber ottensii is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber or herb with green foliage. In summer red and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Zingiber ottensii

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber or herb
Plant family: zingiberaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: red and yellow blooms in summer
Uses: cutting garden, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Zingiber ottensii

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This Zingiber resembles zerumbet except that the cones are a deep burgundy red with contrasting yellow flowers. The cones remain red for a long time making this ginger very desirable. It also goes dormant so is good in zone 8.

By: Tejas Tropicals

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How to Grow Zingiber ottensii

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant