Scientific Name: Siphonochilus decora
Common Name: ‘Yellow
Trumpet’
(Dwarf Ginger Lily)
Hardiness: Zones 8 to 11
Ornamental Features:
‘Yellow
Trumpet’ is a tuberous plant with large lanceolate
glossy dark green leaves with grayish undersides. It grows to an average height of 15 to 20
inches. A separate basal stalk bears a
raceme of large canary-yellow funnel-shaped flowers.
Habit and Growth Rate:
This
plant makes an excellent specimen plant shaded landscapes or as an interior or
patio pot plant.
Pot Size and Finish Time:
Best
suited for an 8” pot size and will finish in about 3 months.
Culture:
Light: 75-80% shade
Temperature: 65° - 95° F
Soil
/ Watering:
Use a slightly acidic, well draining professional
mix, keep evenly moist. During dormancy,
keep rhizomes dry and protect from freezing.
Fertilizer: Liquid feed with complete fertilizer at 200-250 ppm
(N), weekly. Supplement with magnesium sulfate at 1/4 pound per 100 gallons
once per month. For top dress or soil incorporation, follow label rates.
Pest/Disease Problems:
Employ good sanitation practices to avoid fungal
and bacterial pathogens. A preventative drench with a soil fungicide such as Banrot will help to prevent root rot.
For Availability and More Information:
Contact
Mount
(352)
385-2663 office / (352) 385-2660 fax