Alpinia zerumbet 'Shell Ginger' Orchid-like Flowers
	Shell Ginger Closed Flower Cluster Shell Ginger Flower Cluster Shell Ginger Flower Cluster Shell Ginger Flower Bud *** This item is sold as a hardy bare root rhizome *** This ginger has large banana leaved foliage with long tubular white and pink clumping ornamental flowers that look much like orchids. Truly beautiful flowers that last for days in a vase with water. This ginger will typically flower in its second year of growth. Prefers shade but will tolerate part to full sun. For the first year shelter from wind. When you receive your plant you may either plant straight in the ground or in a pot. They enjoy a good water with diluted seaweed solution. A must for any ginger garden!   All orders are processed on Monday or Tuesday after payment is received. The plant will be removed from our planting beds and prepared for shipment as a bare rooted rhizome. The roots are wrapped in paper towels soaked in diluted seaweed solution and padded for shipment. This will help protect your plant for its journey. Regular post for all shipments, unless otherwise requested. We recommend that if you live in a rural or remote area you select Express Post. This will help expedite your shipment. If you would like your purchase tracked please select either Registered Post or Express. Please verify your shipment address is correct when placing your order. This will help make sure your plant makes it to you without delay. We have many rhizomes available so make sure you ask us about our combined shipping. Sorry... we're unable to ship to WA or Tasmania. Exotic Green Gardens is located in Wide Bay Burnett area of Central Queensland. We have many subtropical and tropical plants ranging from heliconias, gingers, bromeliads, rainforest trees, plants, and palms. We're happy to hear from you. You can contact us by going to the link 'Ask seller a question' at the top of the page or email [email protected].