Hedychium coronarium 
(Butterfly Ginger, Garland Lily, White Ginger)

Origin:  Native of India
Family:  Zingiberaceae
Light:  Light shade -Full sun
Height:  4-7'
Spacing:  2-3'
Blooms:  Showy, fragrant, 6-12" long clusters, white, butterfly-like, late Summer to Fall
Foliage:  Herbaceous, smooth, lance-shaped, pointed
Soil:  Well-drained, rich, moist, acidic
Water:  Moderate
Uses:  Back of the border, landscape, large container, foundation, mass
Propagation:  Rhizome divisions

Comments:  Hedychium coronarium  or Butterfly Ginger or Garland Lily or White Ginger is a hardy subtropical or tropical perennial with a rhizomatous spreading growth habit.  It is a native of India.  In Hedychium coronarium produces terminal, fragrant white, butterfly-like blossoms, followed by showy red seedpods.  Butterflies especially monarchs and swallowtails are magnetized by the nectar-rich flowers; while at night, moths are very much attracted to them.  Butterfly Ginger has lovely smooth, green foliage.  It is easily propagated from rootball divisions and thrives best in well-drained, moist, acidic soil in a part shade to sunny environment.  Garland Lily spreads by means of its thick rhizomatous roots.   In milder Winter areas, the plant dies back and re-emerges next season.  Plant in clumps close to the house or under a window to enjoy the refreshing fragrance.  White Ginger Lily can also be cultivated in a large container.  Mass plant in back of border or as foundation plants in marginal zones  Hedychium coronarim adds a tropical feel to the Summer and Fall landscape.  It is popularly cultivated by many hobbyists for its wonderful fragrance, low maintenance and ease of growth.  White Butterfly Ginger is a terrific show stopper. 

USDA Zones:  7b-11

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Image of Hedychium coronarium  or Butterfly Ginger or Garland Lily or White Ginger

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