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Red Ginger

Alpinia purpurata, Zingiberaceae

Zones
10a–13b
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Pollinator Attractor

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Sun (optimal)

Water

High

Soil pH

5.5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Cretan Brake FernPteris cretica
Shade Provision
Harts Tongue FernAsplenium scolopendrium
Beneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

CaladiumCaladium bicolor

Red ginger dense growth can overwhelm delicate caladium plants

Uses

Functions

Ornamental

Common Questions

What zones does Red Ginger grow in?

Red Ginger grows in USDA hardiness zones 10a through 13b.

What are good companion plants for Red Ginger?

Good companions for Red Ginger include Cretan Brake Fern, Harts Tongue Fern.

Design guilds with Red Ginger and see companion relationships visually.

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