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Alpinia Zerumbet (Shell Ginger)

Alpinia Zerumbet (Shell Ginger)

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Alpinia Zerumbet (Shell Ginger) is a striking tropical plant valued for its lush foliage and elegant form. Its broad green leaves often feature soft variegation, adding brightness and contrast to shaded areas. In warm conditions, it produces cascading clusters of shell-like flowers in creamy white and pink, creating beautiful visual interest.

Ideal for screening, feature planting, or large containers, it thrives in sheltered positions with filtered light. Best suited to tropical and subtropical gardens, it prefers moist, well-drained soil. Choose this plant for its fast growth, low maintenance, and ability to create a dense, attractive backdrop around fences, pathways, and outdoor living areas.

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Mature height

2–3 metres

Mature width

1.5–2.5 metres

Spacing

1.5–2 metres

Evergreen/Deciduous

Evergreen

Foliage

Lush green foliage, often with cream or yellow variegation; flowers are white with pink and yellow tones

Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest

Spring to summer [September–February]

Sun tolerance

Full sun to partial shade

Maintenance

Low maintenance, requires occasional pruning to remove old stems and maintain shape, regular watering in dry periods

Root System

Non invasive, shallow to moderate root system, typically extending 30–60 cm deep