Hedychium (White) - Bulbs (set of 5)

Description

Hedychium is a vigorous plant producing a large number of leaves, topped with spikes of flower.

Hedychium planting procedure:

• Use a soil which is well-amended with compost and organic source nutrients
• Start planting in the spring
• Plant the bulbs/rhizomes 18 to 36 inches apart and cover with 1/4 inch of soil
• If necessary thin the seedlings in the spring
• It can be propagated through the seeds, dividing, and plantlets

Care:

• Reduce watering in the winter.
• Water well in the summer but avoid water logging conditions.
• Harsh sunlight from the afternoon may cause curling of leaves, so, avoid keeping in the strong sun.
• Do not remove the dead leaves in the winter, they act as a protection for the rhizomes if you want the flowers next season also.
• Re-pot in the bigger pot when you see the crowded leaves in a container.
• Use organic pesticides or fungicides if you find any pest attack or disease.

Hedychium special feature

Flowers are fragrant.

Hedychium uses