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Re: Ginger Variegated - Alpinia zerumbet

Posted by Bob Steinman on May 16, 2008, 8:28:48, in reply to "Ginger Variegated - Alpinia zerumbet"

Ginger Variegated Alpinia Zerumbet seems like it would be hardy enough to grow in zone 7-6b? I wanted to see if Joe K. had any experience growing this plant. It seems like a nice fit in the Tropical garden.
I like the full look of foliage in the Tropical Garden so I use Caladiums and Alocasia along the bottom, Canna, Grasses, Calla, Gingers etc for medium growth and Banana plants as my focal interest. Of Course my Tiki's are inserted for more interest to visitors and friends. For lengthening the time to enjoy the gardens I light the garden with solar panel lights. Tiki torches for parties.

My second question was dealing with Yucca (and specifically my interest would be the) rostrata or a specific Agava you could recommend. I would love to start a Southwestern garden but have no experience in this type of garden.
Any thoughts?

Message Thread:

Ginger Variegated - Alpinia zerumbet - Bob Steinman May 15, 2008, 12:32:28
- Re: Ginger Variegated - Alpinia zerumbet - Bob Steinman May 16, 2008, 8:28:48
  - Re: Ginger Variegated - Alpinia zerumbet - Joe K May 16, 2008, 11:29:05
- Re: Ginger Variegated - Alpinia zerumbet - Joe K May 16, 2008, 11:26:52
  - Re: Ginger Variegated - Alpinia zerumbet - Bob Steinman May 16, 2008, 11:56:51
    - Re: Ginger Variegated - Alpinia zerumbet - Bob Steinman May 19, 2008, 9:45:31
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