Ginger Lily

Hedychium Sp.

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Overview

The Ginger Lily (Hedychium spp.) is a rhizomatous perennial famous for its fragrant, showy flowers. They thrive in partial shade to full sun, prefer rich, well-drained soil, and can reach heights of 3-6 feet with a spread of 2-3 feet. Their lance-shaped leaves provide a lush backdrop for summer and fall blossoms that range from white to orange. Hardy in USDA zones 8-10, they add a tropical flair to any garden.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater HighZones 10–10

Ginger Lily (Hedychium Sp.) — The Ginger Lily (Hedychium spp.) is a rhizomatous perennial famous for its fragrant, showy flowers

Culture

Sun: Full, Half, Shade
Water: High
USDA zones: 10–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Araceae

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Ginger Lily (Hedychium Sp.) — Their sweet scent is a compelling feature

Ginger Lily (Hedychium Sp.) — attracting hummingbirds and butterflies to the garden.<br><br>For optimal growth

Ginger Lily (Hedychium Sp.) — regular watering and fertilization are advised during their active growing season

Ginger Lily (Hedychium Sp.) — In winter, mulch can be applied to protect the rhizomes in cooler zones

Ginger Lily (Hedychium Sp.) — the cut flowers of Ginger Lily are excellent for arrangements

Ginger Lily (Hedychium Sp.) — gold and multi-colored and orange and red and white flowers in the garden

Ginger Lily (Hedychium Sp.) — perennial with gold and multi-colored and orange and red and white blooms

Ginger Lily (Hedychium Sp.) — perennial for full or half or shade

Ginger Lily (Hedychium Sp.) — The Ginger Lily (Hedychium spp.) is a rhizomatous perennial famous for its fragrant, showy flowers; their lance-shaped leaves

Ginger Lily (Hedychium Sp.) — They thrive in partial shade to full sun; the plant is recognized for its showy and aromatic flowers

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