Roscoea auriculata

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 16"

planting zones

6a-9b

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Roscoea auriculata plant details

Roscoea auriculata is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and low water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Roscoea auriculata

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: zingiberaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 16 IN wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: long-blooming, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Roscoea auriculata

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Its grass-green leaves are long and lance-shaped. Held on short terminal spikes, the brilliant purple flowers resemble orchids, and display white to pale violet markings on each petal. To create intrigue, plant on the edge of the woodland garden with Heuchera, Tiarellas, and Tricyrtis.

By: Digging Dog Nursery

A hardy and showy ginger relative with large, purple orchid-like flowers throughout the summer. Grows eventually into clumps measuring about 2 feet across. Will take easily bright sun in cooler climates and half shade in hotter regions.