Dichorisandra - blue ginger - 75mm BIGGER size

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$9.35

Striking intensely blue flowers lift this lush tropical plant out of the ordinary into the spectacular. The leaves have a metallic gold sheen when new and a bright purple reverse. Grown in Australia since 1857; and a gorgeous addition to a subtropical garden.

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Description

Dichorisandra thyrsiflora - blue ginger

APPEARANCE: Tropical plant from central and south America with broad glossy green leaves, clusters of bright purple-blue flower spikes during autumn.
USE FOR: Dramatic flowering borders. Suited to large containers.
CLIMATE : Protect from frost, keep above 5C.
PLANTING : Plant in well drained moist loamy soil in a partly shaded, sheltered position in the garden. Will grow in full sun but this may scorch leaves.
CARE: Mulch and water regularly until the plant is established, usually around 12 weeks. Water regularly during dry periods. Cut back stems after flowering, fertilise with an organic fertiliser during spring.
HEIGHT & WIDTH: 1.5 - 2 m H x 1 m W.
YOUR PLANTS : These plants are larger than our usual tubestock plants and will establish quickly in your garden. The pot size is 100mm high and 75 mm wide.
You can see an example in the image gallery.
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