Arrow Leaf Ginger
Introduce the unique beauty of Arrow Leaf Ginger to your shaded garden spaces. This native perennial ground cover, native to woodland areas, establishes slowly but rewards patience with lush foliage and distinctive dark purple flowers that appear in early summer. Its leaves are not only visually appealing but also pleasantly scented and naturally deer resistant, making it a low-maintenance yet striking addition to your landscape. Arrow Leaf Ginger thrives in full to partial shade, perfect for creating a serene, naturalistic environment when used for edging or naturalizing.
$19.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.3
/ 5
Category Rank
3023
/ 3268
#3023 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-28%
Below average
Mature Height
68
/ - inches tall
Who it's for
- Reliable Shade Groundcover
- Highly Deer and Pest Resistant
- Distinctive Mottled Foliage
Who should skip it
- Slow Establishment Rate
- Requires Consistent Moisture
- Higher Initial Investment
Key Specs
Mature Height
6-8 inches tall
Mature Spread
8-15 inches wide
Growth Habit
Groundcover
Sun Exposure
Full Shade, Partial Shade
USDA Hardiness Zones
2-9
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
Soil Type
Loamy Soil
Soil Moisture
Average, Moist/Wet
Features
- Native groundcover for woodland areas
- Unique dark purple flowers bloom in summer
- Deer resistant foliage
- Fragrant leaves add sensory appeal
- Thrives in deep shade conditions
- Suitable for garden edging and naturalizing
- Slow-growing, patient establishment required
What customers say
Customers highly value the Arrow Leaf Ginger for its unique aesthetic and reliable performance in deep shade. Reviewers consistently praise the distinctive, mottled, arrow shaped foliage, noting its success as a deer resistant groundcover where other plants struggle. Satisfaction is high regarding the quality and health of the plants received, reflecting excellent packaging. The primary concerns involve its slow establishment speed and the small initial size of the plugs relative to the cost. Despite these minor points about initial growth and size, the overall consensus confirms this is a premium, high quality perennial that fulfills its promise for specialized, low light landscaping needs.
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