Hedychium Tara

Fragrant, large orange coloured flowers in a loose arrangement on strong tall stemmed plants with exceptionally thick roots. Here they are grown in the open and unprotected except for some straw in winter but in cold gardens it may be wise to mulch them.

RHS Award of Garden Merit.

This plant/cultivar has been awarded the RHS Award of Garden Merit because it has proved to be reliable in appropriate conditions and a good performing plant. 

Planting Instructions

Plant outside in sheltered sunny gardens. Plant 4" (10cm) deep and 14" (35cm) apart and mulch in cold winters or in a pot and protect in winter.  Needs a sunny site with enough water in summer.

Plant Details

Flowers      August / September

Height         72" (180cm)