blue ginger

How to Grow and Care for blue ginger

blue ginger · Dichorisandra thyrsiflora

Under glass grow in loam-based potting compost (JI No3) in bright filtered light and high humidity. Water freely in the growing season and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly; keep just moist in winter

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sunInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing blue ginger

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Care difficulty3 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeLoam
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureWell drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
ToxicityInformation to be completed
Care Tips

Under glass grow in loam-based potting compost (JI No3) in bright filtered light and high humidity. Water freely in the growing season and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly; keep just moist in winter

How to Water blue ginger?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for blue ginger?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for blue ginger?

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What Soil Is Best for blue ginger?

Soil type
Loam
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for blue ginger?

Well drained

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How to Fertilize blue ginger?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune blue ginger?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate blue ginger?

Divide or root stem cuttings at any time

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How to Transplant blue ginger?

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How to Care for blue ginger in Winter?

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How to Plant blue ginger?

Under glass grow in loam-based potting compost (JI No3) in bright filtered light and high humidity. Water freely in the growing season and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly; keep just moist in winter

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How to Repot blue ginger?

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How to Harvest blue ginger?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally trouble free

Pests

Mealybugs may be troublesome

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The Toxicity of blue ginger

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Attributes of blue ginger

Plant typeConservatory Greenhouse
Height1.5-2.5 metres
Spread0-0.1 metre
FoliageEvergreen
HabitSuckering
OriginEastern Brazil

Scientific Classification

Species
Dichorisandra thyrsiflora
Genus
Dichorisandra
Family
Commelinaceae
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