Hedychium densiflorum is a perennial herb in the ginger family noted for its fragrant flower spikes. Native to Nepal and the eastern Himalaya, it flowers from July to September. It favours positions in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, loamy yet well-drained soil. Often used in borders and as a source of cut flowers, its scent is a key feature.

Dense ginger lily Hedychium densiflorum flowers July to September with fragrant spikes and suits moist, loamy, well-drained soil in sun or partial shade.

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 densiflorum

Dense ginger lily | Hedychium densiflorum

Hedychium × raffillii of gardens 'C. P. Raffill' is a named garden selection within the genus Hedychium, commonly referred to as Ginger Lily. It belongs to the family Zingiberaceae and is offered under the cultivar name 'C. P. Raffill'. Flowering occurs from July to September. The cultivar name is important when buying to ensure you receive this specific garden selection.

Ginger Lily Hedychium × raffillii of gardens 'C. P. Raffill' flowers July to September and is sold under the cultivar name 'C. P. Raffill'.