Buy Cautleya cathcartii 'Tenzing's Gold'

Cautleya cathcartii 'Tenzing's Gold' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green, red and variegated foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with bright shade - 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 'Tenzing's Gold'

Plant type: perennial

Plant family: zingiberaceae

Foliage: deciduous green, red and variegated

Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall

Flowers: yellow blooms in summer

Uses: tropical-looking, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cautleya cathcartii 'Tenzing's Gold'

USDA Zones: 8a - 11

Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade

Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained