Alpinia zerumbet 'Variegata Nana'

Also Known As

Dwarf Variegated Shell Ginger

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 4"-6"
W: 6"-8"

planting zones

9a-12

Alpinia zerumbet 'Variegata Nana' plant details

Alpinia zerumbet 'Variegata Nana' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with chartreuse, green and variegated foliage. In summer pink, white and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Alpinia zerumbet 'Variegata Nana'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: zingiberaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen chartreuse, green and variegated
Mature size: 6 IN - 8 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: pink, white and yellow blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Alpinia zerumbet 'Variegata Nana'

USDA Zones: 9a - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Beautifully variegated green and yellow striped bold tropical foliage on a dwarf growing plant that typically only reaches 4-6"H. A great addition to brighten up the shade garden or in mixed container gardens.

By: Almost Eden

Gardening facts about Alpinia zerumbet 'Variegata Nana' plant

How to Grow Alpinia zerumbet 'Variegata Nana'

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