Overview
Roscoea schneideriana is a columnar upright herbaceous perennial in the genus Roscoea, part of the Zingiberaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Roscoea schneideriana grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, rock garden, flower borders and beds and underplanting of roses and shrubs.
About
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.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Roscoea
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Roscoea schneideriana size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Rock garden, Flower borders and beds, Underplanting of roses and shrubs
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Roscoea schneideriana
- Propagation
- Seed, Division
- Pest resistance
- Slugs, Vine weevil
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Roscoea schneideriana?
Roscoea schneideriana prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Roscoea schneideriana need?
Roscoea schneideriana grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Roscoea schneideriana hardy in the UK?
Roscoea schneideriana has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Roscoea schneideriana?
Seed, Division.
More in the Roscoea genus
- Roscoea forrestii 'Ice Maiden'
- Roscoea humeana 'Purple Streaker'
- Roscoea purpurea 'Typico'
- Roscoea cautyloides
- Roscoea purpurea f. alba