Roscoea purpurea ‘Cinnamon Stick’

Roscoea purpurea 'Cinnamon Stick' has blood red stems that ascend to bronzed leaves and large, orchid-like lavender flowers.

A native of the Himalayas, Roscoea purpurea is a zone 6 ginger relative that is a stunner in a pot or in a part sun or shady woodland garden. ‘Cinnamon Stick’ has blood red stems that ascend to bronzed leaves and large, orchid-like lavender flowers that emerge over a long period in late summer. A superb and intriguing addition to any garden.

Common Name:  Roscoea

Family:  Zingiberaceae (The Ginger Family)

Zone Hardiness:  6-9

Light:  Part Sun Part Shade

Height:  12-24"

Width:  8-12"

Primary Bloom Colour:  Purple

Secondary Bloom Colour:  White/Cream

Class:  Deciduous

Type:  Perennial

Bloom Time:  Summer

Soil Moisture:  Average, Moist

Stem Colour:  Red

Fragrance:  No

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Deer Resistant:  Unknown

BC Native:  No

Native Habitat:  Grows in open hill slopes in in cooler areas.

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