Alpinia japonica Extra Spicy 3b The clumps are topped with

The clumps are topped with 18" tall scapes of lavender flowers in early summer

The growth habit is similar to the species

From a very small population in the Wushan Mountains in eastern Sichuan's Three Gorges area comes this fabulous clumper

emerge alongside the flower spikes in early June (NC)

Alpinia japonica Extra Spicy 3b The clumps are topped withThis 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