Wild Ginger
Family: Zingiberaceae (Ginger
Family)
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Height: 6-10 inches
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Spread: 12-18 inches
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Bloom Time: May
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Light: part shade to
full shade
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Soil: average,
well-drained; prefers acidic soils
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Moisture: medium to dry once established
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Use: ground cover in
shady areas, woodland gardens, native plant gardens, naturalized areas; also used as edging
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Care: easy
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Concerns: no serious
insect or disease problems; slugs and snails can be occasional problems
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Native to: Eastern U.S. and Canada
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Notes: stemless plant with 2 downy, heart-shaped dark green leaves; roots produce
a scent similar to culinary ginger; tolerates black walnut; deer resistant
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Supplier: The Flower Factory
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Teaching Garden
Location & Code: Shade Garden F113, Sidewalk Garden G181
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