Costus spicatus (Red Button Ginger) - Image 14

Botanical names: Costus spicatus, Alpinia spicata

Common names: Red Button Ginger, Spiked Spiralflag, French Kiss

Family: Costaceae

Origin: Tropical America

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSemi-shadeRegular waterRed, crimson, vinous flowersOrnamental foliageEdible plantPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time


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Costus spicatus x woodsonii - Red Button Ginger, French Kiss

Red Button Ginger, French Kiss. Spectacular red ginger, with bright red button-like flower cones almost year-round. The yellow flowers that emerge from the red cones are edible. The plant can withstand a light frost for short periods of time but will stop blooming.

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
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