Overview
Hedychium densiflorum 'Kalimpong Yellow' is a clump forming, suckering conservatory greenhouse in the genus Hedychium, part of the Zingiberaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hedychium densiflorum 'Kalimpong Yellow' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants, sub-tropical, bedding, conservatory and greenhouse and flower borders and beds.
About
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.
About the genus
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. Some species have become widely naturalized in other lands, and considered invasive in some places.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Hedychium
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Hedychium densiflorum 'Kalimpong Yellow' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse, Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming, Suckering
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Sub-tropical, Bedding, Conservatory and greenhouse, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hedychium densiflorum 'Kalimpong Yellow'
- Propagation
- Divide rhizomes in spring; sow seed at 21-24°C as soon as ripe
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to glasshouse red spider mite and aphids under glass
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Hedychium densiflorum 'Kalimpong Yellow'?
Hedychium densiflorum 'Kalimpong Yellow' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Hedychium densiflorum 'Kalimpong Yellow' need?
Hedychium densiflorum 'Kalimpong Yellow' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Hedychium densiflorum 'Kalimpong Yellow' hardy in the UK?
Hedychium densiflorum 'Kalimpong Yellow' has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Hedychium densiflorum 'Kalimpong Yellow'?
Divide rhizomes in spring; sow seed at 21-24°C as soon as ripe.
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More in the Hedychium genus
- Hedychium gardnerianumKahili ginger
- Hedychium spicatumspiked ginger lily
- Hedychium coccineumred ginger lily
- Hedychium densiflorumdense ginger lily
- Hedychium × raffillii of gardens 'C. P. Raffill'Ginger Lily