Scientific Name: Zingiber malayensis

Common Name: ‘Midnight Ginger’

Hardiness: Zones 8 to 11

Ornamental Features:

‘Midnight Ginger’ is a herbaceous tropical perennial with glossy dark brown to nearly black foliage. It has a compact growth habit that produces multiple stems that grow to a maximum height of 30 inches. It blooms with a sulfur yellow basal inflorescence that fades to a pale pink.

Applications:

This plant is well suited to shady landscapes in warm climates. It also works well as a tropical foliage plant or patio plant. ‘Midnight Ginger’ is an excellent companion plant when paired with light colored or silver leafed plants.

Pot Size and Finish Time:

Best suited for a 3 gallon pot size and will finish in 5 to 6 months. Plant one plant per pot.

Culture:

Light: 75% shade

Temperature: 55° - 95° F

Soil / Watering: Use a well draining professional mix, keep evenly moist.

Fertilizer: Liquid feed with complete fertilizer at 200-250 ppm (N). For top dress or soil incorporation, follow label rates for medium feeders.

Pest/Disease Problems:

Employ good sanitation practices to avoid fungal and bacterial pathogens. A preventative drench with a soil fungicide will help to prevent root rot.

For Availability and More Information:

Contact David McDonald

3941 Britt Road

Mount Dora, FL 32757

(352) 385-2663 office / (352) 385-2660 fax

www.agristarts4.com

david@agristarts4.com