Hedychium Carnival Hippeastrum damp soils

damp soils

evergreen to 15 degrees F

This 16-20' slowly spreading species makes a thick green stem that sports 6' long

Bletilla 'First Kiss' is a vigorous grower that will quickly make a colony when grown in rich

and South Carolina) native that has withstood -9 degrees F here with NO damage (without protection or special siting)

Hedychium Carnival Hippeastrum damp soilsHedychium 'Carnival' has been one of our favorite ginger lily hybrids. This 4' tall and slow multiplying selection with brightly red marked stalks begins flowering for us in late summer and early fall. The huge 14" heads of fragrant, bright butterscotch yellow flowers put on a show that lasts for several weeks outstanding!