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Herbaceous Perennial
Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Clay
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Red Yellow | Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | |||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Partial shade
Aspect
West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Zingiberaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Genus
Cautleya are rhizomatous perennials with erect stems bearing lance-shaped or oblong leaves in two ranks, and funnel-shaped yellow flowers with conspicuous bracts, in slender racemes
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Himalaya
How to grow
Cultivation
Preferably plant in humus rich, moist but well-drained soil in partial shade. Will tolerate sunnier spot if not allowed to dry out. Plant rhizomes 10-15cm deep. Protect with winter mulch
Propagation
Propagate by division of established clumps in late spring. Propagate by seed in early spring
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Sub-tropical
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Cut back once the foliage was frosted
Pests
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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