Alpinia japonica Extra Spicy Uruguay hummingbird-preferred flowers

hummingbird-preferred flowers

the clumps are topped with 2' long racemes of tiny white flowers which later turn into equally large racemes of small purple berries

If you garden in Zone 7a

The hairy leaves of Yucca filamentosa 'Variegata' are green with a stunning creamy white margin that remains bright all year on the 18" tall x 2' wide upright clumper

Alpinia japonica Extra Spicy Uruguay hummingbird-preferred flowersThis wonderful Japanese selection of the hardy Alpinia japonica is no relation to any member of the 1990s English pop group. The upright, glossy green, 1' long, fragrant leaves are heavily splashed with creamy white, making an eye catching addition to the woodland garden. Occasionally the clumps will throw an all green division, which is more vigorous and should be removed. In spring, the clumps are topped with white flowers with red stripes on