Common names:
Spiral Ginger
Red Tower Ginger
Red Velvet Ginger

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit:Grass/Grass-like
Life cycle:Other
Sun Requirements:Full Sun to Partial Shade
Minimum cold hardiness:Zone 9a -6.7 °C (20 °F) to -3.9 °C (25 °F)
Maximum recommended zone:Zone 13
Leaves:Variegated
Flowers:Fragrant
Flower Color:Lavender: tww eB hatigwdhir lfys srtoorblele r c
Orange
Flower Size:Over 12"
Flower Time:Summer
Underground structures:Corm
Suitable Locations:Beach Front
Uses:Provides winter interest
Culinary Herb
Will Naturalize
Containers:Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Needs repotting every 2 to 3 years
Preferred depth

Costus comosus var. bakeri, Red Tower Ginger

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