Costus comosus Red Tower Ginger)

Costus comosus, known as Red Tower Ginger or Spiral Ginger, is a species of plant native to South Mexico to Ecuador. One of the best ornamental gingers. Its large size and showy flowers make it a great addition to any garden. It flowers nearly year round, both from the tops of the stems and from basal stems. Makes a great pot plant for patios and verandas. Prefers a partly shaded area. Clumping with slightly weeping foliage. Requires a moist well-drained soil, rich in organic matter. H 2-3m