An unusual gem to enliven lacklustre, shaded areas of the garden, Roscoea ‘Auriculata’ produces dainty, royal purple, orchid-like blooms set against lance-like leaves. Part of the Ginger family, Roscoea have an exotic, delicate appearance, yet unlike most relatives of Ginger, these are native to cold, mountainous regions and are found growing at great altitude in the Himalayas. Roscoea is therefore used to challenging conditions and is fully hardy. This vigorous variety has earned an RHS Award of Garden Merit for its reliable performance. Best planted in dappled shade such as the edge of a woodland garden, and beneath shrubs and trees.