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Alpinia purpurata (dwarf red)
Also Known As
- Alpinia purpurata 'Dwarf Red'
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 24"-40"
- W: 12"-24"
planting zones
- 10a-12
Alpinia purpurata (dwarf red) plant details
Alpinia purpurata (dwarf red) is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled 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 (dwarf red)
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: zingiberaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 24 IN - 40 IN - tall
- Flowers: red blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Alpinia purpurata (dwarf red)
- USDA Zones: 10a - 12
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: deer, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Alpinia purpurata (dwarf red) plant
How to Grow Alpinia purpurata (dwarf red)
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Wildlife
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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