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Growing Alpinia (Ginger Lily): Tropical Foliage for Shade and Containers

Growing Alpinia (Ginger Lily)

Pronunciation: al-pin'ee-uh

Spacing: 18 inches. Depth: level. Sun: sun to partial shade.

Grow in moist, fertile, humus-rich soil. Prefers partial shade. In growing season, water freely and apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly; water moderately in winter. Bring indoors in late summer and overwinter inside. Requires minimum temperature above 45°F.

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