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Red Back Ginger

Alpinia caerulea
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Red Back Ginger (Alpinia caerulea)

Bring a touch of the tropics to your garden with Red Back Ginger, a stunning Australian native known for its lush green leaves with striking red undersides. Low-maintenance, shade-loving, and edible, it’s perfect for creating a vibrant, tropical feel in any space.

🌱 Why Gardeners Love Red Back Ginger

✔ Beautiful Two-Toned Foliage - Green on top, rich red underneath for stunning contrast.

✔ Easy to Grow & Low Maintenance - Thrives in shaded and low-care gardens.

✔ Drought & Cold Tolerant - Adaptable to a variety of climates once established.

✔ Edible & Medicinal Uses - Leaves and roots are traditionally used in bush tucker.

✔ Wildlife-Friendly - Provides shelter for small birds and pollinators.

🏡 How to Use Red Back Ginger in Your Garden

✅ Lush Understory Planting - Perfect for adding greenery beneath trees.

✅ Feature Plant for Shady Gardens - Adds color and contrast in darker areas.

✅ Potted Beauty for Patios & Courtyards - Grows well in containers for an exotic look.

✅ Edible & Bush Tucker Gardens - A native food source with culinary potential.

Easy Planting & Care Guide

  • Spacing: Plant 50-80cm apart for a dense, tropical look.
  • Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best results in spring or summer.
  • Mulching & Fertilising: No additional mulching or fertiliser is needed, making this plant an easy-care option.

❔ FAQs About Red Back Ginger

Can Red Back Ginger grow indoors?
Yes! It thrives indoors in bright, indirect light and makes a fantastic houseplant.

How tall does it grow?
It typically reaches around 1-2m tall, making it ideal for garden borders and screening.

Does it need full sun?
No, it prefers partial shade to full shade and thrives in dappled light.

Is it frost-hardy?
It tolerates light frosts but grows best in warm, tropical to subtropical climates.

Is Red Back Ginger edible?
Yes! The leaves and roots are traditionally used in bush tucker cuisine.

🌿 Ready to Add Tropical Beauty to Your Garden?

For stunning foliage, easy care, and edible potential, Red Back Ginger is a must-have. Order yours today and enjoy its vibrant colors in your garden!

Height: 2.0
Width: 1.5
Native to: Australia
Foliage type: Evergreen
Growth rate: Moderate
Flowers: White Red
Light: Full Sun Partial Shade
Water: Moderate High

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Red Back Ginger (Alpinia caerulea) is a green leafy Australian native with reddish stems. This edible, shade-loving plant thrives among moss and ferns, adding vibrant color to the forest floor.
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Red Back Ginger - Alpinia caerulea

$12.95 $19.95

Red Back Ginger (Alpinia caerulea)

Bring a touch of the tropics to your garden with Red Back Ginger, a stunning Australian native known for its lush green leaves with striking red undersides. Low-maintenance, shade-loving, and edible, it’s perfect for creating a vibrant, tropical feel in any space.

🌱 Why Gardeners Love Red Back Ginger

✔ Beautiful Two-Toned Foliage - Green on top, rich red underneath for stunning contrast.

✔ Easy to Grow & Low Maintenance - Thrives in shaded and low-care gardens.

✔ Drought & Cold Tolerant - Adaptable to a variety of climates once established.

✔ Edible & Medicinal Uses - Leaves and roots are traditionally used in bush tucker.

✔ Wildlife-Friendly - Provides shelter for small birds and pollinators.

🏡 How to Use Red Back Ginger in Your Garden

✅ Lush Understory Planting - Perfect for adding greenery beneath trees.

✅ Feature Plant for Shady Gardens - Adds color and contrast in darker areas.

✅ Potted Beauty for Patios & Courtyards - Grows well in containers for an exotic look.

✅ Edible & Bush Tucker Gardens - A native food source with culinary potential.

Easy Planting & Care Guide

❔ FAQs About Red Back Ginger

Can Red Back Ginger grow indoors?
Yes! It thrives indoors in bright, indirect light and makes a fantastic houseplant.

How tall does it grow?
It typically reaches around 1-2m tall, making it ideal for garden borders and screening.

Does it need full sun?
No, it prefers partial shade to full shade and thrives in dappled light.

Is it frost-hardy?
It tolerates light frosts but grows best in warm, tropical to subtropical climates.

Is Red Back Ginger edible?
Yes! The leaves and roots are traditionally used in bush tucker cuisine.

🌿 Ready to Add Tropical Beauty to Your Garden?

For stunning foliage, easy care, and edible potential, Red Back Ginger is a must-have. Order yours today and enjoy its vibrant colors in your garden!

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