Ginger - Ellipticum (Fragrant)
Discover the Fragrant Ellipticum Ginger, a captivating lily known for its unique beauty and delightful aroma. This plant showcases clusters of slender white flowers accented with striking red, perfect for cutting and bringing indoors. Its lush greenery adds attractive foliage to your garden. Native to northeastern India, it thrives in partial sun and is hardy to zone 8, making it a versatile choice for containers or garden beds. Enjoy its sensational display and spicy, clove-like scent from late summer into fall. This offering includes three ginger tubers for a beautiful start.
$17.47
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
2476
/ 3259
#2476 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-26%
Below average
USDA Hardiness Zones
811
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Who it's for
- Intense Natural Fragrance
- Striking Tropical Foliage
- Vigorous and Reliable Growth
Who should skip it
- Limited Cold Tolerance
- Potential for Aggressive Spreading
- High Water and Sun Requirements
Key Specs
USDA Hardiness Zones
8-11
Mature Height
48 inches
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
Flower Type
Lily
Sun Exposure
Partial Sun to Partial Shade
Bloom Season
Late Summer
Planting Season
Spring
Fragrance Level
Highly Fragrant
Features
- Produces beautiful white flowers with red accents
- Releases a spicy, clove-like aroma
- Attractive, lush greenery
- Hardy to zone 8
- Suitable for containers
- Blooms reliably in late summer
- Unique, whimsical flower shape
- Perfect for cutting
What customers say
Customer satisfaction centers on the exotic appeal and highly anticipated fragrance of the Ginger Ellipticum. Reviewers consistently praise the robust size and apparent quality of the bulbs upon arrival, noting reliable shipping from the vendor. Success is strongly linked to the gardener's environment and expertise. Those in ideal zones or using controlled settings report lush foliage and intoxicating scents, confirming the product lives up to its promise. Conversely, some users in marginal climates experience slow growth or failure, indicating a need for consistent warmth and moisture. The consensus is that for experienced gardeners willing to provide the necessary specialized care, this unique and fragrant specimen offers a rewarding addition that justifies the investment.
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