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Roscoea purpurea

Family Zingiberaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   6a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H2 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level medium
Height 25 - 30 cm (10 - 12 in)
Spread 25 - 30 cm (10 - 12 in)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Roscoea purpurea (purple roscoea) bears faded purple blossoms during early summer to mid-summer. This plant has deep green foliage. Find a prominent place in your garden for the stunning Roscoea purpurea (purple roscoea) which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, specimen and woodland.