Alpinia purpurata 'Hot Pink'

Also Known As

Hot Pink Ginger

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

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

planting zones

10b-12

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Alpinia purpurata 'Hot Pink' plant details

Alpinia purpurata 'Hot Pink' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer magenta flowers emerge. 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 'Hot Pink'

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: magenta blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cutting garden, edible, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Alpinia purpurata 'Hot Pink'

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

Hot Pink Produces Large clusters of Pink flowers that graduate to light pink at the very top. The flowers accent wonderfully with the dark green foliage. Prefers shade to light shade. Grows to 5-8 feet tall and produces flowers throughout the year.

By: Florida Hill Nursery

Gardening facts about Alpinia purpurata 'Hot Pink' plant

How to Grow Alpinia purpurata 'Hot Pink'

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