Alpinia purpurata 'Polynesian Princess'

Also Known As

Alpinia purpurat zingieraceae 'Polynesian Princess'
Polynesian Princess Ginger

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 5'-8'
W: 2'-6'

planting zones

10b-12

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Alpinia purpurata 'Polynesian Princess' plant details

Alpinia purpurata 'Polynesian Princess' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer cream and pink flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly 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 purpurata 'Polynesian Princess'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: zingiberaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 6 FT - wide, 5 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and pink blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cutting garden, edible, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Alpinia purpurata 'Polynesian Princess'

USDA Zones: 10b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly 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

Polynesian Princess (Zingiberaceae) has a beautiful "candy cane" style variegation of creamy pink and white blooms on a darker pink bract. Grows in full sun to partial shade and blooms year round.

By: Florida Hill Nursery

Gardening facts about Alpinia purpurata 'Polynesian Princess' plant

How to Grow Alpinia purpurata 'Polynesian Princess'

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