Hedychium Palani Ammocharis and we were thrilled when

and we were thrilled when it finally got a "proper" name

and clothed with large

A mass of Bletilla ochracea surrounded by ferns is exquisite in the woodland garden

topped in summer by 4' spikes of light lavender flowers

5' tall x 7' wide clump in one season

Hedychium Palani Ammocharis and we were thrilled whenHedychium 'Palani' is an imposing Hawaiian hybrid that makes a massive patch of 8'+ tall stalks, topped from summer until fall with masses of flower heads of fragrant bright orange flowers. This is not a selection for small gardens, but if you need to hide a neighbor's pig farm, this is certainly the plant for you! Hedychium 'Palani' is one of the most "axed" about gingers in our garden!