Curcuma
Curcuma
Curcuma is a herbaceous ornamental ginger known as The Siam or Summer Tulip. Curcuma brings a touch of the far eastern warmth to the summer garden with unexpectedly delicate beauty.
Belonging to the wide Ginger family, these ornamental plants are becoming more popular with gardeners.
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Alismatifolia
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Often referred to as the ‘Jewel of Burma’, Cucurma ‘Alismatifolia’ demands attention.
This herbaceous ornamental ginger offers clusters of distinctive, pine-cone shaped flowers with multiple layers of pink petals. Also called the Siam or Summer Tulip, the long-lasting blooms of Cucurma ‘Alismatifolia’ are an excellent option for enlivening borders and containers throughout the summer months.
A single rhizome can produce up to 5 glorious blooms for a generous display, providing ample flowers to admire in the garden and in the vase. Provided with shelter, full sun and protection from frost, this tropical wonder will be richly rewarding.
