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Costus Species, Dwarf Orange Ginger, Red Rose Ginger, Spiral Ginger

Costusosae

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Genus
Costus (KOS-tus)
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Species
osae (OH-say)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Light Shade
Foliage
Evergreen
Succulent
Height
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Danger

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Bloom Color
Red
Bloom Time

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Other Details
Category
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Water Requirements

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Foliage Color

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Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics

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Bloom Size

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Soil pH requirements

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Patent Information

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Propagation Methods

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Seed Collecting

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Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Cape Coral, Florida

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