Shell Flower Seeds – Kat Ginger

These seeds are suitable for home gardening use
$15.98 USD
$15.98 USD
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Product description

Shell Flower, also known as Kat Ginger (Alpinia katsumadai), is a tropical ornamental plant admired for its striking pink and yellow shell-shaped blossoms. This variety produces lush, green foliage and showy clusters of flowers that brighten gardens and landscapes. It grows best in warm, humid climates and adds a tropical touch to outdoor and indoor spaces alike.

Features and Specifications:

  • Plant Type: Perennial ornamental plant

  • Variety Name: Kat Ginger (Alpinia katsumadai) – Pink & Yellow Shell Flower

  • Growth Habit: Upright, clumping form with broad green leaves

  • Bloom Time: Late spring to early fall

  • Maturity Period: 90–120 days after germination

  • Growing Season: Warm season; ideal for tropical and subtropical climates

  • USDA Hardiness Zones: 8–11

  • Sowing Months:

    • Zones 8–9: March–May

    • Zones 10–11: February–June

  • Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade

  • Soil Type: Moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter

  • Watering: Regular watering; keep soil consistently moist but not soggy

  • Height: 3–6 feet when mature

  • Uses: Ornamental gardening, landscaping, tropical displays, and indoor container planting