Alpinia caerulea, commonly known as native ginger or Australian ginger, is an understorey perennial herb in the family Zingiberaceae which grows in rainforest, gallery forest and wet sclerophyll forest in eastern Australia.

Alpinia caerulea, or native ginger, is a hardy understorey perennial ideal for patios and borders, providing winter interest in full sun.

Alpinia caerulea

Alpinia densespicata is a cultivar of the Alpinia genus, which comprises evergreen perennials known for their ginger-scented rhizomes and slender stems that can grow up to 3 metres tall. This particular cultivar forms clumps and has deciduous foliage. It thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect, preferring moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Suitable for conservatories or greenhouses, it is ideal for patio containers and flower borders. It requires watering during establishment and can be propagated by division in spring. Its season of interest is winter.

Alpinia densespicata is an evergreen conservatory plant with ginger-scented rhizomes, ideal for patios and winter interest in full sun.

Alpinia densespicata

Alpinia hainanensis is a deciduous cultivar of the Alpinia genus, which comprises evergreen perennials known for their ginger-scented rhizomes and slender stems that can grow up to 3 metres tall. This clump-forming plant thrives in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect, favouring moist but well-drained neutral loam soil. It is suitable for patios, containers, flower borders, and beds, offering interest in spring. In the UK, it requires protection (hardiness H1c) and is best propagated by division in spring.

Alpinia hainanensis is a deciduous clump-forming plant with ginger-scented rhizomes, ideal for full sun patios and spring flower borders.

Alpinia hainanensis

It was first described by Ferdinand von Mueller as Alpinia racemigera, and given its current name by Rosemary Margaret Smith. Pleuranthodium racemigerum, commonly known as orange fruited ginger, is a plant in the ginger family Zingiberaceae endemic to Queensland, Australia. It grows in well-developed rainforest and is mostly restricted to the wet tropics region. In the garden it prefers full sun and loam soil. In UK gardens it needs a warm, frost-free position in the UK (RHS H1c). Suggested uses include patio and container plants and flower borders and beds. It tolerates neutral soils, moist but well-drained conditions and south-facing aspects. Plant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.

Alpinia racemigera is a member of the Zingiberaceae family, known for its evergreen perennial nature and distinctive ginger-scented rhizomes. This species features robust, slender stems that can grow up to 3 meters tall and is characterized by its lanceolate leaves and clusters of flowers surrounded by vibrant bracts.

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Alpinia racemigera

Alpinia romburghiana is a clump-forming cultivar of the Alpinia genus, which comprises evergreen perennials with ginger-scented rhizomes and slender stems that can grow up to 3 metres tall. This particular cultivar is deciduous and thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect. It prefers moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Suitable for patio and container planting as well as flower borders and beds, it requires watering during establishment and can be propagated by division in spring. It is hardy to UK zone H1c and is of interest during the winter season.

Alpinia romburghiana thrives in full sun, ideal for patios and flower borders, adding winter interest with its striking foliage.

Alpinia romburghiana

Alpinia zerumbet, commonly known as Indian shell flower or shell ginger, is a clump-forming evergreen perennial from the genus Alpinia in the Zingiberaceae family. It grows well in conservatories or greenhouses, thriving in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect. The plant prefers moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH and is hardy to UK zone H1c. Its deciduous foliage and clusters of flowers with vibrant bracts make it suitable for patio containers and flower borders. Propagation is by division in spring, and it is of interest during the winter season.

Alpinia zerumbet, Indian shell flower, is an evergreen perennial ideal for conservatories, thriving in full sun with winter interest and container use.

Alpinia zerumbet

Boesenbergia ornata is a herbaceous perennial cultivar of the Boesenbergia genus, belonging to the Zingiberaceae family. It features deciduous foliage and thrives in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect. This cultivar prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil with neutral pH and even moisture. Suitable for conservatories and indoor pots, it is hardy to UK zone H1b and is best propagated by rhizome division. Boesenbergia ornata is of particular interest during the spring and summer seasons.

Boesenbergia ornata thrives in full sun, perfect for conservatories and indoor pots, blooming beautifully in spring and summer.

Boesenbergia is a genus of plants in the ginger family. It contains more than 90 species, native to China, the Indian subcontinent, and Southeast Asia.

Boesenbergia ornata

Caulokaempferia linearis is a bushy evergreen cultivar of the Caulokaempferia genus, belonging to the Zingiberaceae family. It thrives in full sun or partial shade, ideally in a sheltered, south- or west-facing position. This plant prefers fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with a pH that can be acid, alkaline, or neutral. Suitable for sub-tropical gardens, patios, and containers, it is best propagated by division in late spring and offers interest during the spring and summer seasons. It requires protection in the UK, with a hardiness rating of H1a.

Caulokaempferia linearis thrives in full sun or partial shade, ideal for sub-tropical patios and containers, flowering in spring and summer.

Caulokaempferia linearis

Cautleya gracilis is a perennial herbaceous plant in the family Zingiberaceae (the gingers). It is found in the Himalayas through to south China and Vietnam. It is cultivated as an ornamental garden plant, hardy to a few degrees of frost. It is native to Assam, China South-Central, East Himalaya, Myanmar, Nepal and other regions. In the garden it prefers partial shade and loam soil. In UK gardens it is hardy through an average UK winter (RHS H4). Suggested uses include sub-tropical and flower borders and beds. It tolerates soil of any pH, moist but well-drained conditions and west-facing and east-facing aspects. Plant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.

Cautleya gracilis is a member of the Zingiberaceae family, known for its rhizomatous perennial nature. This species features upright stems and lanceolate leaves that grow in an alternating pattern, culminating in slender racemes adorned with distinctive yellow funnel-shaped flowers and prominent bracts.

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Cautleya gracilis

Cautleya gracilis is a perennial herbaceous plant in the family Zingiberaceae. It is found in the Himalayas through to south China and Vietnam.

Cautleya gracilis 'Crûg Gold' is a hardy perennial for partial shade, ideal for sub-tropical borders with spring and summer interest.

Cautleya gracilis 'Crûg Gold'

Cautleya gracilis 'Purple Splendour' is a herbaceous perennial cultivar of the Cautleya genus, known for its columnar upright habit and deciduous foliage. This plant thrives in partial shade with a west- or east-facing aspect and prefers a sheltered position. It grows best in moist but well-drained loam soil, tolerant of acid, alkaline, and neutral pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable for sub-tropical flower borders and beds. The cultivar flowers in spring and summer, contributing to seasonal interest in the garden.

Cautleya gracilis 'Purple Splendour' is a hardy herbaceous perennial with upright habit, ideal for partial shade in sub-tropical borders, flowering in spring

Cautleya gracilis 'Purple Splendour'

Cautleya spicata 'Arun Flame' (Himalayan ginger 'Arun Flame') is a deciduous, columnar upright perennial from the genus Cautleya, known for its rhizomatous growth and lanceolate leaves arranged in two rows. This cultivar thrives in partial shade with a west or east-facing aspect and prefers moist but well-drained loam soil of any pH. It produces funnel-shaped yellow flowers with prominent bracts in slender racemes during spring and summer. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suited to sheltered, sub-tropical flower borders and beds, and can be propagated by division or seed.

Himalayan ginger 'Arun Flame' is a deciduous perennial with lanceolate leaves, thriving in partial shade and ideal for sub-tropical borders in spring and

Cautleya spicata 'Arun Flame'

Curcuma 'Red Emperor' is a clump-forming, columnar upright herbaceous perennial from the genus Curcuma, known for its long, dark green foliage and tall flower spikes. This evergreen cultivar thrives in partial shade with a sheltered aspect, preferring moist but well-drained loam or sandy soils across a range of pH levels. Suited to conservatories, greenhouses, patios, and containers, it requires protection in the UK (H1a hardiness) and is propagated by division. 'Red Emperor' is particularly notable in spring, adding a tropical touch to indoor and sheltered outdoor spaces.

Curcuma 'Red Emperor' is an evergreen herbaceous perennial with tall flower spikes, ideal for partial shade in conservatories and patios during spring.

Curcuma 'Red Emperor'

Curcuma 'Siam Sunrise' (Siam Series) is a clump-forming, columnar upright herbaceous perennial from the genus Curcuma, known for its long, dark green evergreen foliage. This cultivar thrives in partial shade with a preference for east, south, or west-facing aspects in sheltered locations. It requires moist but well-drained loam or sandy soil, tolerant of acid, alkaline, and neutral pH levels. Suitable for patios, containers, conservatories, and greenhouses, 'Siam Sunrise' is best grown under glass in the UK due to its H1a hardiness rating. It is propagated by division and is of particular interest in spring.

Curcuma 'Siam Sunrise' is an evergreen herbaceous perennial with dark green foliage, ideal for partial shade in conservatories and containers, flowering in

Curcuma 'Siam Sunrise' (Siam Series)

Curcuma amada, or mango ginger, is a plant of the ginger family Zingiberaceae and is closely related to turmeric (Curcuma longa). The rhizomes are very similar to common ginger but lack its pungency, and instead have a raw mango flavour. It is native to Southern Asia, Bangladesh, India, Myanmar and Thailand. In the garden it prefers partial shade and loam and sand soil. In UK gardens it needs tropical warmth and glass protection in the UK (RHS H1a). Suggested uses include patio and container plants, sub-tropical, houseplants and conservatory and greenhouse. It tolerates soil of any pH, moist but well-drained conditions and east-facing, south-facing and west-facing aspects. Plant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.

Curcuma amada, commonly known as amada ginger or mango ginger, belongs to the Zingiberaceae family. This herbaceous perennial is recognized for its edible rhizomes and features long, lush green leaves, contributing to the tropical aesthetic of any garden.

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Curcuma amada

Curcuma angustifolia, commonly known as Bombay arrowroot or Indian arrowroot, is a clump-forming, columnar upright herbaceous perennial from the Curcuma genus. It has evergreen foliage and thrives in partial shade with a preference for moist but well-drained loam or sandy soils across a range of pH levels. Suitable for sheltered positions facing east, south, or west, this plant is ideal for patios, containers, conservatories, and greenhouses. It is hardy to H1a and is best propagated by division, with spring being the season of interest.

Bombay arrowroot (Curcuma angustifolia) is an evergreen, clump-forming perennial ideal for partial shade and spring interest in conservatories or patios.

Curcuma angustifolia

Curcuma australasica, the native turmeric, wild turmeric, or Cape York lily, is a rhizomatous herbaceous perennial plant of the Zingiberaceae or ginger family.

Curcuma australasica is a rhizomatous perennial ideal for patios and greenhouses, flowering in spring and summer with partial shade preference.

Curcuma australasica

Curcuma amada, or mango ginger, is a plant of the ginger family Zingiberaceae and is closely related to turmeric (Curcuma longa). The rhizomes are very similar to common ginger but lack its pungency, and instead have a raw mango flavour. In the wild it grows across Jawa. Grow it in partial shade and loam and sand soil. In UK gardens it needs tropical warmth and glass protection in the UK (RHS H1a). It works well for patio and container plants, sub-tropical, houseplants and conservatory and greenhouse. It tolerates soil of any pH, moist but well-drained conditions and east-facing, south-facing and west-facing aspects. Plant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.

Curcuma mangga, a member of the Zingiberaceae family, showcases the unique characteristics of the Curcuma genus, which includes herbaceous perennials renowned for their edible rhizomes. This species features long, dark green leaves and produces flower spikes that are notable in various shades.

Curcuma mangga

Curcuma zanthorrhiza, known as temulawak, Java ginger, Javanese ginger, or Javanese turmeric is a plant species, belonging to the ginger family. It is known in Javanese as temulawak, in Sundanese as koneng gede (large turmeric) and in Madurese as temu labak. The scientific name is sometimes written as Curcuma xanthorrhiza, but this is an orthographical variant. Currently, most of the temu lawak is cultivated in Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and the Philippines. In the garden it prefers partial shade and loam and sand soil. In UK gardens it needs tropical warmth and glass protection in the UK (RHS H1a). Suggested uses include patio and container plants, sub-tropical, houseplants and conservatory and greenhouse. It tolerates soil of any pH, moist but well-drained conditions and east-facing, south-facing and west-facing aspects. Plant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.

Curcuma xanthorrhiza is a member of the Zingiberaceae family, recognized for its herbaceous perennial nature and notable for its edible rhizomes. This species features long, dark green leaves and is renowned for its ability to produce rhizomes that are used to obtain turmeric and curcumin.

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Curcuma xanthorrhiza

Curcuma zedoaria (zedoary , white turmeric, or temu putih) is a perennial herb and member of the genus Curcuma, family Zingiberaceae. The plant is native to South Asia and Southeast Asia but is now naturalized in other places including the US state of Florida. Zedoary was one of the ancient food plants of the Austronesian peoples. They were spread during prehistoric times to the Pacific Islands and Madagascar during the Austronesian expansion (c. 3000 BCE). Grow it in partial shade and loam and sand soil. In UK gardens it needs tropical warmth and glass protection in the UK (RHS H1a). It works well for patio and container plants, sub-tropical, houseplants and conservatory and greenhouse. It tolerates soil of any pH, moist but well-drained conditions and east-facing, south-facing and west-facing aspects. Plant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.

Zedoary (Curcuma zedoaria), also known as round zedoary or white turmeric, is part of the Zingiberaceae family. This herbaceous perennial showcases long, dark green leaves and is renowned for its edible rhizomes, which are valued for their culinary uses.

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Curcuma zedoaria

Globba albiflora is a small plant in the ginger family, Zingiberaceae, sometimes called dancing ladies. This species can be found in Indo-China, Peninsular Malaysia and Sumatra; in Viet Nam the genus may likewise be called gừng vũ nữ or lô ba. The variety called G. albiflora var. aurea Holttum is now Globba newmanii Sangvir. In the wild it grows across Malaya and Thailand. Grow it in partial shade and loam soil. In UK gardens it is hardy through an average UK winter (RHS H4). It works well for ornamental plant. It tolerates neutral soils, moist conditions and south-facing aspects. Plant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.

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Globba albiflora

Globba racemosa var. hookeri is a herbaceous perennial cultivar in the Globba genus, part of the Zingiberaceae family. It features deciduous foliage and thrives in partial shade, ideally in a south-facing, sheltered position. This plant prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil with neutral pH and consistent moisture. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable as an ornamental plant, offering interest during spring and summer. Propagation can be achieved through division or seed.

Globba racemosa var. hookeri is a hardy herbaceous perennial with deciduous foliage, ideal for partial shade and ornamental use in spring and summer.

Globba racemosa var. hookeri

Globba winitii, commonly known as dancing girl ginger, is a herbaceous perennial from the Zingiberaceae family. This deciduous plant thrives in partial shade, ideally in a south-facing, sheltered position with moist, neutral loam soil. It is hardy to UK zone H4 and is best grown as an ornamental plant. Planting in well-drained soil with watering during establishment helps ensure healthy growth. It can be propagated by division or seed and is particularly attractive in spring and summer.

Dancing Girl Ginger (Globba winitii) is a hardy ornamental plant for partial shade, blooming beautifully in spring and summer.

Globba winitii

Hedychium is a genus of flowering plants in the ginger family Zingiberaceae, native to lightly wooded habitats in Asia. There are approximately 70-80 known species, native to India, Southeast Asia, and Madagascar.

Hedychium, or ginger lily, is a hardy herbaceous perennial ideal for patios and conservatories, flowering in spring and summer with a subtropical appeal.

Hedychium

Hedychium 'Banana Pie' is a cultivar of the Hedychium genus, which comprises rhizomatous perennials with upright, unbranched stems and two rows of lanceolate leaves. This clump-forming, suckering herbaceous perennial is deciduous and thrives in full sun or partial shade, favouring sheltered, east-, south-, or west-facing aspects. It prefers fertile, moist but well-drained soils of various types and pH levels. Suitable for conservatories, greenhouses, patios, and informal gardens, it flowers in spring and summer, producing dense clusters of trumpet-shaped flowers typical of the genus.

Hedychium 'Banana Pie' is a deciduous herbaceous perennial with fragrant flowers, ideal for patios and conservatories, flowering in spring and summer.

Hedychium 'Banana Pie'

Hedychium 'C.G. Jackie' is a cultivar of the Hedychium genus, which comprises rhizomatous perennials with upright, unbranched stems and two rows of lanceolate leaves. This deciduous, suckering herbaceous perennial thrives in full sun or partial shade, favouring sheltered, south-, east-, or west-facing aspects. It grows best in fertile, moist but well-drained soils of chalk, loam, or sand with a range of pH levels. Suitable for conservatory or greenhouse cultivation, it is hardy to UK zone H2 and is ideal for cottage, informal, city, courtyard, and coastal gardens, flowering in spring and summer.

Hedychium 'C.G. Jackie' is a deciduous herbaceous perennial with lanceolate leaves, perfect for cottage and coastal gardens, flowering in spring and summer.

Hedychium 'C.G. Jackie'

Hedychium 'Dave Case' is a cultivar of the Hedychium genus, which comprises rhizomatous perennials with upright, unbranched stems and two rows of lanceolate leaves. This deciduous, suckering herbaceous perennial thrives in full sun or partial shade and prefers sheltered, south-, east-, or west-facing aspects. It grows best in fertile, moist but well-drained soils such as chalk, loam, or sand, across a range of pH levels. Suitable for conservatories, greenhouses, and informal or courtyard gardens, it is hardy to UK zone H2 and flowers in spring and summer.

Hedychium 'Dave Case' is a deciduous herbaceous perennial with fragrant flowers, thriving in full sun or partial shade, ideal for coastal and courtyard gardens.

Hedychium 'Dave Case'

Hedychium 'Sherry Baby' is a cultivar of the Hedychium genus, which comprises rhizomatous perennials with upright, unbranched stems and two rows of lanceolate leaves. This deciduous, suckering herbaceous perennial thrives in full sun or partial shade and prefers fertile, moist but well-drained soil, including chalk, loam, or sand types with a range of pH levels. Suitable for sheltered, south-, east-, or west-facing aspects, it is ideal for cottage, informal, city, courtyard, and coastal gardens. It flowers in spring and summer and requires propagation by seed or division of rhizomes.

Hedychium 'Sherry Baby' is a deciduous herbaceous perennial thriving in full sun or partial shade, ideal for cottage and coastal gardens in spring and summer.

Hedychium 'Sherry Baby'

Hedychium 'Sikkim Yellow' is a cultivar of Hedychium, a genus of rhizomatous perennials with upright, unbranched stems and two rows of lanceolate leaves. This clump-forming, suckering herbaceous perennial is deciduous and thrives in full sun or partial shade, preferring sheltered, east-, south-, or west-facing aspects. It grows best in fertile, moist but well-drained soils of chalk, loam, or sand with a pH ranging from acid to alkaline. Suitable for conservatories, greenhouses, patios, and flower borders, it flowers in spring and summer and is hardy to UK zone H3.

Hedychium 'Sikkim Yellow' is a hardy herbaceous perennial ideal for patios and conservatories, flowering in spring and summer with bright yellow blooms.

Hedychium 'Sikkim Yellow'

Hedychium 'Tac Moto' is a cultivar of the Hedychium genus, known for its rhizomatous perennial habit with upright, unbranched stems and lanceolate leaves. This clump-forming, suckering plant is deciduous and thrives in full sun or partial shade, favouring sheltered, east-, south-, or west-facing aspects. It prefers fertile, moist but well-drained soils of chalk, loam, or sand with a pH ranging from acid to alkaline. Suitable for conservatories, greenhouses, patios, and informal gardens, it flowers in spring and summer, adding interest to city and cottage gardens alike.

Hedychium 'Tac Moto' is a deciduous, rhizomatous perennial thriving in full sun or partial shade, ideal for patios and conservatories with spring to summer

Hedychium 'Tac Moto'

Hedychium 'Tai Mammoth' is a cultivar of the Hedychium genus, which comprises rhizomatous perennials with upright, unbranched stems and two rows of lanceolate leaves. This suckering, deciduous herbaceous perennial thrives in conservatories or greenhouses and prefers full sun to partial shade in sheltered, south-, east-, or west-facing aspects. It grows best in fertile, moist but well-drained soils, including chalk, loam, and sand, across a range of pH levels. Flowering in spring and summer, it is suitable for cottage, informal, city, courtyard, and coastal gardens, but requires protection as it is hardy to H2 in the UK.

Hedychium 'Tai Mammoth' is a deciduous herbaceous perennial ideal for conservatories, flowering in spring and summer with upright stems and lanceolate leaves.

Hedychium 'Tai Mammoth' (Tai Series)

Hedychium 'Vanilla Ice' is a cultivar of the Hedychium genus, which comprises rhizomatous perennials with upright, unbranched stems and two rows of lanceolate leaves. This deciduous, suckering herbaceous perennial is suited to conservatory or greenhouse cultivation. It thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained soils of various types and pH levels, favouring full sun or partial shade in sheltered, south-, east-, or west-facing aspects. Hardy to UK zone H2, it is ideal for cottage, informal, city, courtyard, and coastal gardens, offering interest during spring and summer.

Hedychium 'Vanilla Ice' is a deciduous herbaceous perennial ideal for conservatories, flowering in spring and summer with upright stems and lanceolate leaves.

Hedychium 'Vanilla Ice' (v)

Hedychium 'Yu-bae' is a cultivar of the Hedychium genus, which comprises rhizomatous perennials with upright, unbranched stems and two rows of lanceolate leaves. This deciduous, suckering herbaceous perennial thrives in full sun or partial shade and prefers sheltered, south-, east-, or west-facing aspects. It grows best in fertile, moist but well-drained soils of chalk, loam, or sand with a range of pH levels. Suitable for conservatories, greenhouses, and outdoor gardens such as cottage, informal, city, courtyard, and coastal settings, it flowers in spring and summer. It is hardy to UK zone H2 and can be propagated by seed or by dividing rhizomes in spring.

Hedychium 'Yu-bae' is a deciduous herbaceous perennial ideal for full sun or partial shade, perfect for cottage and coastal gardens in spring and summer.

Hedychium 'Yu-bae'

Hedychium coccineum var. angustifolium is a cultivar of the Hedychium genus, which comprises rhizomatous perennials with upright, unbranched stems and two rows of lanceolate leaves. This deciduous, suckering herbaceous perennial thrives in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist but well-drained soil, including chalk, loam, or sand with a range of pH levels. Suitable for sheltered, south-, east-, or west-facing aspects, it is hardy to UK zone H2 and is well-suited to cottage, informal, city, courtyard, and coastal gardens. It flowers in spring and summer, producing dense clusters of trumpet-shaped, often fragrant flowers at the stem tops.

Hedychium coccineum var. angustifolium is a deciduous herbaceous perennial with lanceolate leaves, ideal for coastal and courtyard gardens in spring and summer.

Hedychium coccineum var. angustifolium

Hedychium densiflorum 'Kalimpong Yellow' is a cultivar of the Hedychium genus, which comprises rhizomatous perennials with upright, unbranched stems and two rows of lanceolate leaves. This clump-forming, suckering ginger lily produces dense clusters of trumpet-shaped flowers in spring and summer. It is deciduous and thrives in full sun or partial shade, preferring moist but well-drained fertile soil. Suitable for sheltered east, south, or west-facing aspects, it is hardy to UK zone H3 and is ideal for conservatories, greenhouses, patios, and informal garden settings.

Hedychium densiflorum 'Kalimpong Yellow' is a hardy ginger lily with dense yellow flowers, ideal for patios, conservatories, and informal gardens in spring and

Hedychium densiflorum 'Kalimpong Yellow'

Hedychium densiflorum 'Milke Danda' is a cultivar of Hedychium, a genus of rhizomatous perennials known for their upright, unbranched stems and two rows of lanceolate leaves. This deciduous, suckering herbaceous perennial thrives in full sun or partial shade and prefers fertile, moist but well-drained soils such as chalk, loam, or sand with a range of pH levels. Suited to sheltered, south-, east-, or west-facing aspects, it is ideal for cottage, informal, city, courtyard, and coastal gardens. It is hardy to H2 and flowers in spring and summer.

Hedychium densiflorum 'Milke Danda' is a deciduous herbaceous perennial ideal for full sun or partial shade, perfect for cottage and coastal gardens in spring

Hedychium densiflorum 'Milke Danda'

Hedychium gracile dark-bracted is a cultivar of the Hedychium genus, which comprises rhizomatous perennials with upright, unbranched stems and two rows of lanceolate leaves. This deciduous, suckering herbaceous perennial thrives in full sun or partial shade, favouring sheltered, south-, east-, or west-facing aspects. It prefers fertile, moist but well-drained soils of chalk, loam, or sand with a range of pH levels. Suitable for conservatories or greenhouses, it is hardy to UK zone H2 and is ideal for cottage, informal, city, courtyard, and coastal gardens. Interest is mainly in spring and summer.

Hedychium gracile dark-bracted is a deciduous herbaceous perennial with lanceolate leaves, ideal for full sun and coastal gardens, flowering in spring and

Hedychium gracile dark-bracted

Hedychium spicatum, known as the spiked ginger lily from Salween Valley, China, is a deciduous, suckering herbaceous perennial in the Zingiberaceae family. Like other Hedychium species, it features upright, unbranched stems with two rows of lanceolate leaves and produces dense clusters of trumpet-shaped, often fragrant flowers in spring and summer. It thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained soils including chalk, loam, and sand, preferring full sun or partial shade with sheltered exposure. Suitable for conservatories or greenhouses, it is hardy to UK zone H2 and can be propagated by seed or rhizome division.

Spiked ginger lily from Salween Valley is a deciduous herbaceous perennial with upright stems, ideal for cottage and coastal gardens in spring and summer.

Hedychium spicatum from Salween Valley, China

Hedychium spicatum, commonly known as spiked ginger lily from Sichuan, China, is a rhizomatous perennial belonging to the Zingiberaceae family. It forms clumps with suckering, deciduous foliage and upright, unbranched stems bearing dense clusters of trumpet-shaped, often fragrant flowers in spring and summer. This herbaceous perennial thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained soils including chalk, loam, and sand, and prefers full sun to partial shade in sheltered, east-, south-, or west-facing aspects. Suitable for conservatories, greenhouses, patios, and informal gardens, it is hardy to UK zone H3 and can be propagated by dividing rhizomes in spring or sowing seed at 21-24°C.

Spiked ginger lily (Hedychium spicatum) is a hardy H3 rhizomatous perennial with dense flower spikes, ideal for conservatories and subtropical UK gardens.

Hedychium spicatum from Sichuan, China

Hedychium spicatum var. acuminatum is a deciduous, herbaceous perennial cultivar within the Hedychium genus, known for its rhizomatous growth and upright, unbranched stems bearing two rows of lanceolate leaves. This cultivar produces dense clusters of trumpet-shaped flowers in spring and summer, often fragrant, and thrives in full sun or partial shade with moist but well-drained soil. It is suitable for sheltered, south-, east-, or west-facing aspects and can be grown in chalk, loam, or sand soils with a range of pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H2, it is well suited to cottage, informal, city, courtyard, and coastal gardens.

Hedychium spicatum var. acuminatum is a deciduous herbaceous perennial ideal for cottage and coastal gardens, flowering in spring and summer with upright stems.

Hedychium spicatum var. acuminatum

Hedychium tengchongense is a cultivar of the Hedychium genus, which comprises rhizomatous perennials with upright, unbranched stems and two rows of lanceolate leaves. This deciduous, suckering herbaceous perennial thrives in full sun or partial shade and prefers sheltered, south-, east-, or west-facing aspects. It grows best in fertile, moist but well-drained soils including chalk, loam, and sand, across a range of pH levels. Suitable for conservatories or greenhouses, it is hardy to UK zone H2 and is valued for its dense clusters of trumpet-shaped flowers in spring and summer.

Hedychium tengchongense is a deciduous herbaceous perennial with lanceolate leaves, ideal for full sun or partial shade in coastal and cottage gardens.

Hedychium tengchongense

Hedychium x wilkeanum is a cultivar of Hedychium, a genus of rhizomatous perennials in the Zingiberaceae family. These plants have upright, unbranched stems with two rows of lanceolate leaves and produce dense clusters of trumpet-shaped flowers, often fragrant, at the top. This deciduous, suckering herbaceous perennial is suited to conservatory or greenhouse cultivation and prefers full sun or partial shade in a sheltered position. It thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained soil of various types and pH levels, making it suitable for cottage, informal, city, courtyard, and coastal gardens in the UK with H2 hardiness.

Hedychium x wilkeanum is a hardy herbaceous perennial with trumpet-shaped flowers, ideal for cottage and coastal gardens in spring and summer.

Hedychium x wilkeanum

Kaempferia galanga, commonly known as East Indian galingale or lesser galangale, is a clumping, mounding plant from the Zingiberaceae family. It features green, variegated foliage and thrives best in partial shade with a south-facing, sheltered aspect. Suitable for container growing, it prefers moist, neutral loam soil and requires watering during establishment. Hardy to UK zone H5, this cultivar is best propagated by division and is of interest during the spring and summer seasons.

East Indian galingale (Kaempferia galanga) is a hardy H5 clumping plant with variegated foliage, ideal for containers in partial shade during spring and summer.

Kaempferia galanga

Roscoea cautyloides is a perennial member of the ginger family with orchid-like flowers formed largely from staminodes rather than true petals. It dies back each year to a short, vertical rhizome with tuberous roots. Native to cooler mountainous regions of Asia, it produces its flowering stems in early summer. Flowers appear June to August.

Roscoea cautyloides is a perennial ginger with orchid-like flowers that bloom June to August in cool, open or woodland-edge spots.

Roscoea cautyloides

Roscoea cautyloides | Alpine ginger for cool gardens

Roscoea forrestii is a perennial herbaceous plant occurring in the Sichuan and Yunnan provinces of China. Most members of the ginger family (Zingiberaceae), to which it belongs, are tropical, but R.

Roscoea forrestii 'Ice Maiden' is a hardy perennial for partial shade, ideal for rock gardens and underplanting, with year-round seasonal interest.

Roscoea forrestii 'Ice Maiden'

Roscoea humeana is a species of flowering plant in the family Zingiberaceae. It is a perennial occurring in the Sichuan and Yunnan provinces of China.

Roscoea humeana 'Purple Streaker' is a hardy perennial for partial shade, ideal for rock gardens and underplanting roses, with year-round interest.

Roscoea humeana 'Purple Streaker'

Roscoea purpurea 'Typico' is a deciduous perennial cultivar within the Roscoea genus, which is known for its tuberous roots and orchid-like flowers. This cultivar grows with a columnar upright habit and thrives in partial shade, ideally in sheltered locations with moist but well-drained neutral loam soil. It is hardy to UK zone H5 and is suitable for use in cottage and informal gardens, rock gardens, flower borders, and as underplanting beneath roses and shrubs. 'Typico' offers seasonal interest from spring through to autumn.

Roscoea purpurea 'Typico' is a hardy deciduous perennial with orchid-like flowers, thriving in partial shade for year-round garden interest.

Roscoea purpurea 'Typico'

Roscoea purpurea f. alba is a deciduous perennial cultivar of the Roscoea genus, known for its columnar upright habit and orchid-like flowers. It thrives in partial shade with a preference for north- or east-facing, sheltered positions, growing best in moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. This cultivar is hardy to UK zone H5 and is suitable for cottage and informal gardens, rock gardens, flower borders, and underplanting of roses and shrubs. It flowers from spring through to autumn, adding seasonal interest throughout the year.

Roscoea purpurea f. alba is a hardy deciduous perennial with orchid-like flowers, ideal for shaded borders and rock gardens from spring to winter.

Roscoea purpurea f. alba

Roscoea schneideriana is a species of flowering plant in the ginger family, Zingiberaceae. It is a perennial herbaceous plant found in China, in Tibet, Sichuan and Yunnan.

Roscoea schneideriana is a hardy perennial flowering in spring and summer, ideal for shaded rock gardens, borders, and underplanting roses.