Product Description:
Alpinia zerumbet, also called shell ginger or pink porcelain lily. Shell ginger is hardy in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 8 through 12. The dwarf variety is an attractive houseplant if your climate is too cold to permit outdoor growth. Plant the rhizomes of shell ginger to grow this species in your garden. Shell Ginger, also called Alpinia zerumbet, is a leaf-watching perennial herbaceous plant of the genus Ginger. Shell Ginger has beautiful leaf color and blooms from June to July. It has elegant flowers and attractive flowers. Potted plants are suitable for hall decoration. Outdoor growing adorns the courtyard, pool or corner, with a unique style.
Light:
The Shell Ginger enjoys growing in the full sun but likes afternoon shade during the harsh summers. Ideally, place the plant near a south facing window when growing indoors.
Water:
During its growing season, this plant requires plenty of water. Avoid letting the soil dry out completely, but also ensure it is not soggy constantly.
Soil
Alpinia should be planted in rich, moist, well-drained soil.
Fertilizer:
From May to August every 15 days with liquid fertilizer.
Temperature:
In summer: up to 75° F in winter 59 ° F. The USDA zone of hardiness is from 8 to 10.
Humidity:
Requires a very high humidity.
How To Propagate Variegated Shell Ginger:
- Use a garden fork or shovel to dig out a clump and divide the rhizomes into multiple parts using your hands.
- However, if the clump is too big, dig out a small section from the outer edge of the plant.
- You may use the rhizomes both with and without shoots.
- Use a rich soil mixture and add 2” to 4” inches of organic matter around it.
- Plant the rhizomes at a similar soil depth as they were planted in the original spot.
- Cover them properly with soil and water immediately.
Pruning:
Remove yellow or dying leaves, and plant debris to encourage better-growing conditions. While pruning, always use clean utensils or shears to reduce the chance of bacterial and fungal diseases.
