Roscoea humeana f. humeana

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Hume roscoeaPerennialFamily: Zingiberaceae

Height: 50cmSpread: 50cm
Hardy

Flower colour:

Purple

Foliage colour:

Green

Position

Sun Exposure:

Dappled shade, partial shade

Aspect:

East facing, west facing

Position in Border:

Front

Shade Type:

Damp

Soil

Prefers rich soil:

Clay / Heavy / Moist

Roscoea are tuberous perennials that are related to the ginger family. They have arching, strap-like leaves and beautiful, orchid-like flowers.

From late spring to early summer, Roscoea humeana f. humeana is awash with regal purple flowers.

Roscoea humeana f. humeana will do best in a sheltered spot, in partial shade; if you’re planting in a sunnier spot, be sure to keep the soil moist. Roscoeas are sensitive to low temperatures in winter, so plant tubers deeply (around 15cm deep) and mulch in winter. Roscoea humeana f. humeana has been given the Royal Horticultural Society's prestigious Award of Garden Merit.

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Roscoea ‘humeana’ and wildlife

Roscoea ‘humeana’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.

Is Roscoea ‘humeana’ poisonous?

Roscoea ‘humeana’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Cats

Cats

Is not known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is not known to attract Horses

Horses

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People