Beehive Ginger (Zingiber Spectabile)

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April 26, 2010 | 2137 Views | 0 Comments

Beehive Ginger is a medium to tall species that has a large yellow and red inflorescence of a beehive shape. It is used frequently in the cut flower industry and has a very long lasting inflorescence. Inflorescence are borne on short stalks coming from the ground rather than on top of its foliage.

Family: Zingiberaceae
Genus: Zingiber
Species: Spectabile
Cultivar: None Identified

Hardiness:

USDA Zone 8b: to 15 °F
USDA Zone 9a: to 20 °F
USDA Zone 9b: to 25 °F

Height:

4-6 ft.
6-8 ft.
8-10 ft.

Light Exposure:

10% to 40% Shade
40% to 60% Shade

Growth Rate:

Moderate