The best lighting is provided by bright indirect light as direct light could cause leaf burn.įlowering Ginger Plants do great with some shade, but too little sun will cause growth issues. How Much Sun Do Red Button Ginger Plants Like?Īvoid placing Costus woodsonii in areas that receive extended periods of strong, direct sunlight. Humidifiers and pebble beds may be used to supplement humidity around the plant. How Much Humidity Do Red Button Ginger Plants Like?Ĭostus woodsonii prefers moderate to high humidity (above 50% RH) and does well with daily misting. Like many other plants, too much watering will result in the yellowing of stems and leaves, eventually followed by root rot should the wet conditions persist.Īlthough this plant is considered to be drought resistant, too little water will result in the browning of branches and leaves, followed by eventual death if kept dry. During this schedule it's important to attempt to allow the upper 1/3 of soil in the pot to dry between watering. The plant will not drink as much during periods of slow growth such as winter, during which it's suggested to shift the frequency of watering to a weekly to bi-weekly schedule. Like most other plants, it's sensitive to overwatering. We suggest watering an indoor Red Button Ginger every 4-7 days between spring and fall -attempting to keep the soil moist but not wet. Care Red Button Ginger Care How to Water a Red Button Ginger

This ornamental ginger produces eye-catching vibrant yellowish-orange, waxy blooms and red torpedo-shaped inflorescences that accentuate its lush evergreen leaves. It's light versatile and extremely low maintaitence. Perfect for patios, indoor living spaces, and outdoor gardens (in suitable tropical environments).

The Costus woodsonii plant is a great addition to your plant portfolio. Something exotic doesn't have to be hard to take care of.

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