Enhance your garden with Torch Ginger (Etlingera elatior), an heirloom tropical plant renowned for its striking, vibrant blooms and architectural foliage. Perfect for garden beds, borders, and containers, this low-maintenance plant thrives in sunny locations and is drought-tolerant once established. Ideal for gardeners looking to add dramatic, ornamental flowers to their home garden.
Features & Specifications:
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Plant Type: Torch Ginger (Heirloom Flower)
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Seed Type: Non-GMO, high germination
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Growth Habit: Upright perennial
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Height: 1–3 m (mature plant)
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Flower Color: Bright red or pink, torch-like inflorescence
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Blooming Season: Summer to autumn
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Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile soil enriched with organic matter
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Water Requirements: Moderate; water regularly until established, then drought-tolerant
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Maintenance: Low; minimal pruning required
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Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees and butterflies
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Seed Preparation: Soak seeds in lukewarm water for 12–24 hours to soften the hard coat.
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Sowing Depth: Sow seeds 0.5–1 cm deep in seed-starting mix or garden soil.
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Temperature: Maintain 22–28°C for optimal germination.
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Watering: Keep soil lightly moist until seedlings establish.
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Germination Time: 2–4 weeks depending on conditions.
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Transplanting: Space seedlings 60–100 cm apart in garden beds or containers.
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Care: Low-maintenance; provide adequate sunlight and well-draining soil for optimal growth and flowering.
