Botanical Name: Alpinia Zerumbet Variegata 200mm
Common Name: Shell Ginger
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Current Height (from the top of the pot): NOT NEEDED
The Alpinia Zerumbet Variegata or Shell Ginger adds a pop of colour to tropical gardens, and is grown for its attractive green and gold striped foliage. It is a hardy plant, showing year round interest with its outstanding ornamental features.
Features:
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- Striking green and gold bold irregular stripes
- Spiral leaf arrangement
- Compact plant
- Oblong leaves
- Multi trunked clumping stems
- Pink and white shell-like flowers in spring
- Drooping flowers form at the end of leafy stems
- Fast growth rate
- Shows year round interest
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Position:
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Dappled sun or shade. Protect from harsh afternoon sun.
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Ideal For:
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- Border
- Accent
- Suitable for indoors
- Feature plant
- Lining driveways or sidewalks
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Plant Apart:
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1.6m
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Height at Maturity:
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2-3m
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Average Height:
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from the top of the Pot: 400mm
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Environment Conditions:
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- Soil:
- Average - slightly acidic and sandy soil
- Well-drained
- Climate:
- Best in partial shade
- Can handle a wide range of conditions
- Durability:
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Care:
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- Requires regular watering in the growing season
- Use a slow release fertiliser annually
- Little to no maintenance or grooming required
- Can remove old foliage for tidy appearance
- Not suitable for shaping
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Design:
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- Showy feature for tropical style gardens
- Combine with dark foliage for dramatic contrast
- Beautiful backdrop for flowering plants
- Stands out in any landscape
- Adaptable to a wide range of garden styles
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Average height from the top of the pot: 400mm
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