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Curcuma ‘Siam Splash’ brings tropical elegance and effortless charm to gardens, containers, and indoor spaces. With striking tulip-like blooms and lush green foliage, this plant adds exotic colour and low-maintenance beauty from late spring through summer.
Tropical colour made easy
Curcuma ‘Siam Splash’ is known for its bright pink and purple blooms that resemble tulips, set against lush, upright green foliage. Perfect for adding a bold, exotic touch to shaded patios or bright indoor spaces, it thrives with very little effort. Whether in containers or garden beds, Siam Splash delivers long-lasting flowers, impressive structure, and a fresh tropical vibe to your landscape.
Water
Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy during the growing season. Reduce watering in the dormant months and let the soil dry slightly between waterings
Light
Outdoors, place in partial shade or morning sun. Indoors, give bright, indirect light.
Deadheading
Remove spent flowers to encourage continued blooming. Foliage may die back naturally when entering dormancy. Flowers will bloom for approximately 3 weeks. Once faded, cut stem close to soil to promote a new bloom.
Temperature tolerance
Not frost-hardy. Bring indoors or lift and store rhizomes before the first frost in cooler climates.
Height & Spread
Grows 2–3 feet tall (60–90 cm) and spreads up to 2 feet wide (60 cm).
Fertilizer
Feed every 4–6 weeks during active growth with a balanced fertilizer. Do not fertilize during dormancy.
Frequently Asked Questions
It typically blooms from late spring through summer, with flower spikes lasting several weeks.
Outdoors, partial shade is best. Indoors, place in a bright location with indirect sunlight.
It grows 2–3 feet tall and spreads about 2 feet wide.
Yes. Foliage will die back in fall as the plant enters dormancy. Resume care when new growth emerges in spring.
Only in warm zones (USDA 9+). In cooler climates, treat it as a seasonal plant or overwinter indoors.
Not at all! It’s surprisingly low-maintenance for such an exotic-looking plant.
Water regularly during active growth. Let the top inch dry slightly between waterings. Cut back in winter.
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