Hedychium spicatum var. acuminatum — Suckering

Overview

Hedychium spicatum var. acuminatum is a suckering conservatory greenhouse in the genus Hedychium, part of the Zingiberaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hedychium spicatum var. acuminatum grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H2. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, city and courtyard gardens and coastal.

About

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.

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: South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H2

Plant details

Hedychium spicatum var. acuminatum size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Conservatory Greenhouse, Herbaceous Perennial
Habit: Suckering
Foliage: Deciduous
Suggested uses: Cottage and informal garden, City and courtyard gardens, Coastal

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Hedychium spicatum var. acuminatum

Propagation: Propagate by seed at 21-24°C (70-75°C) as soon as ripe. Divide rhizomes in spring
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 spicatum var. acuminatum?

Hedychium spicatum var. acuminatum prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Hedychium spicatum var. acuminatum need?

Hedychium spicatum var. acuminatum 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 spicatum var. acuminatum hardy in the UK?

Hedychium spicatum var. acuminatum has an RHS hardiness rating of H2, meaning it is tender, tolerating 1–5°C, and needs frost-free protection over winter.

How do I propagate Hedychium spicatum var. acuminatum?

Propagate by seed at 21-24°C (70-75°C) as soon as ripe. Divide rhizomes in spring.

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