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Hedychium coccinea 'Tara'/Tara Ginger
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Fragrant flowers appear in two's
Close-up of the orange-red flowers
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Scientific Name:
Hedychium coccinea 'Tara'
Common Name:
Tara Ginger
Plant Type:
Deciduous
Leaf Type:
Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone:
7, 8, 9, 10, 11
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Height:
5-8 feet
Spread:
3 -5 feet
Bloom time:
Spring, Fall
Flower color:
Orange, Red
Light Exposure:
Filtered Shade, Shade
Drainage:
Well drained, Moist
Rate of Growth:
Moderate
Water Requirement:
Medium
Maintenance Level:
Low
Comments:
Likes cool, light shade for best growth and is well adapted to Pacific Northwest. Does well in areas where summer temperatures, provided it has light shade.