Cautleya cathcartii

Also Known As

Cautleya cathcartill
Cautleya gracilis
Hardy Ginger

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 18"-24"
W: 36"-60"

planting zones

7b-11

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Cautleya cathcartii plant details

Cautleya cathcartii is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer red and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with mostly 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 humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cautleya cathcartii

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: zingiberaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 36 IN - 60 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: red and yellow blooms in summer
Uses: long-blooming, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cautleya cathcartii

USDA Zones: 7b - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Hardy ginger adds a tropical touch! Reliable bloomer in the Pacific Northwest and other northern regions; in July-August, the 18-24” tall slender pointed stems erupt in canary yellow flowers held by glowing red calyces over a period of several weeks. Plants are rhizomatous and create a patch 3-5’ wide over time. Best in well drained, organically rich, consistently moist soils in part shade; will not tolerate heavy soil. Plant rhizomes 4” deep as they tend to push themselves skyward; winter mulch.