Zingiber spectabile 'Pink Maracas'

Also Known As

Zingiber spectabile 'Pink Maraca'
Pink Maraca Beehive Ginger

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 6'
W: 3'

planting zones

9a-11

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Zingiber spectabile 'Pink Maracas' plant details

Zingiber spectabile 'Pink Maracas' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Zingiber spectabile 'Pink Maracas'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: zingiberaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 6 FT tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: showy, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Zingiber spectabile 'Pink Maracas'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This is a fantastic spectabile with cones that are a deep pink with yellow tops. The foliage reaches six feet and like all this species is only marginally tolerant of zone 8 temps. These are awesome in large decorative pots.

By: Tejas Tropicals

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Gardening facts about Zingiber spectabile 'Pink Maracas' plant

How to Grow Zingiber spectabile 'Pink Maracas'

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