hybrid roscoea
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A tuberous perennial to 40cm tall, with lance-shaped leaves with red edges. In summer it bears cream or yellow flowers to 6cm across, with the lip often streaked purple
Scientific classification
- Species
- hybrid roscoea (Roscoea × beesiana)
- Genus
- Roscoea
- Family
- Zingiberaceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Tufted
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of hybrid roscoea
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of hybrid roscoea
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hybrid roscoea care guide
- Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
- Watering
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by sowing seed in containers in a cold frame as soon as ripe. Divide in spring
Growing
GrowingPlant 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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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
May be susceptible to slugs and vine weevil
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