squill-leaved roscoea

How to Grow and Care for squill-leaved roscoea

squill-leaved roscoea · Roscoea scillifolia

Plant tubers 15cm deep in winter or early spring. Grow in moderately fertile, humus-rich, moist but well drained soil in a cool, sheltered site in partial shade

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Planting and Growing squill-leaved roscoea

squill-leaved roscoea
Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsPartial shade
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Soil typeChalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
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Care Tips

Plant tubers 15cm deep in winter or early spring. Grow in moderately fertile, humus-rich, moist but well drained soil in a cool, sheltered site in partial shade

How to Water squill-leaved roscoea?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for squill-leaved roscoea?

Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for squill-leaved roscoea?

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What Soil Is Best for squill-leaved roscoea?

Soil type
Chalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for squill-leaved roscoea?

Moist but well drained

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How to Fertilize squill-leaved roscoea?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune squill-leaved roscoea?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate squill-leaved roscoea?

Propagate by sowing seed in containers in a cold frame as soon as ripe. Divide in spring

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How to Transplant squill-leaved roscoea?

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How to Care for squill-leaved roscoea in Winter?

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How to Plant squill-leaved roscoea?

Plant tubers 15cm deep in winter or early spring. Grow in moderately fertile, humus-rich, moist but well drained soil in a cool, sheltered site in partial shade

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How to Repot squill-leaved roscoea?

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How to Harvest squill-leaved roscoea?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally disease-free

Pests

May be susceptible to slugs and vine weevil

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The Toxicity of squill-leaved roscoea

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Attributes of squill-leaved roscoea

Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitTufted
OriginChina (Yunnan)

Scientific Classification

Species
Roscoea scillifolia
Genus
Roscoea
Family
Zingiberaceae
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