{"product_id":"curcuma-rubescens","title":"Curcuma rubescens","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16.5pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #262626; mso-ansi-language: EN-AU; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003eCurcuma rubescens \u003c\/span\u003e- Ruby Ginger\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1-2m tall\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended spacing: \u003c\/strong\u003e50cm-1m apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal growing conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun - part shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth rate: \u003c\/strong\u003eModerate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eUses\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for tropical garden beds, shaded borders, feature planting or large containers; makes an attractive specimen with colourful stems and flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eNoteworthy\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeciduous ornamental ginger with striking maroon stems and attractive flowers; great for adding tropical colour and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTolerant\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrefers moist, well-drained, rich soils; tolerates humidity and mild cool conditions; dormant in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eColour\/Growth Form\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClumping ginger with green foliage and red\/maroon stems and midribs; produces pink-tinged flower spikes in spring–summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat is Ruby Ginger\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCurcuma rubescens, commonly known as Ruby Ginger, is an ornamental ginger valued for its colourful stems, lush foliage and tropical flowers. It provides bold foliage interest and seasonal blooms in warm, sheltered garden settings.\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]!\" alt=\"https:\/\/www.gardensonline.com.au\/gardenshed\/plantfinder\/show_4896.aspx?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gardensonline.com.au\/gardenshed\/plantfinder\/show_4896.aspx?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"max-w-[15ch] grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eHow to Care for Curcuma - Ruby ginger\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in a partly shaded to sunny spot with well-drained, fertile soil. Water during the growing season but allow the rhizomes to rest and remain dry while dormant in winter. Mulch to maintain moisture and support healthy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Platypus Plants","offers":[{"title":"200 mm","offer_id":50807191863611,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250 mm","offer_id":50807191896379,"sku":null,"price":88.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"300 mm","offer_id":51020615549243,"sku":null,"price":108.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0865\/0942\/0859\/files\/Curcumarubescens200mm.jpg?v=1764403685","url":"https:\/\/www.platypusplants.com.au\/products\/curcuma-rubescens","provider":"Platypus Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}