Hedychium gardnerianum [white]

Also Known As

White Flowered Hardy Ginger

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 6'-8'
W: 3'-8'

planting zones

7a-12

Hedychium gardnerianum [white] plant details

Hedychium gardnerianum [white] is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall and summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hedychium gardnerianum [white]

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: zingiberaceae
Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cutting garden, fragrant, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hedychium gardnerianum [white]

USDA Zones: 7a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

White flowered, fragrant hardy ginger -- the ginger of your Tahitian fantasies. To 8' tall. Full sun to partial shade and abundant summer water. Root hardy in USDA zone 7 with mulch for protection. Benefits from ample summer warmth for best bloom. Enjoy! Zingiberaceae

By: Cistus Nursery

Gardening facts about Hedychium gardnerianum [white] plant

How to Grow Hedychium gardnerianum [white]

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- evergreen
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen

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Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 4"-6'

Width: 2'-6'

sun - mostly shade
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