Curcuma alismatifolia 'Carara'

When transplanting Siam Tulip (Curcuma alismatifolia 'Carara') as a plant into the landscape be sure to choose a sunny location with moist well draining fertile soil. The plant likes wet feet but does not prefer them to be saturated. Be sure to dig the hole twice the size of the root ball and deep enough that it's top sits flush with the soil surface. Remove any dead or damaged leaves from the base of the plant before filling the remaining space in the hole with loose top soil.When growing Siam Tulip in a container choose a well draining potting soil that doesnrsquo;t stay saturated. Choose a container one size bigger than the previous until the plants reach a mature size. Remove any dead or dying leaves from the base and put the plant in a well lit sunny location for optimal bloom.Because Siam Tulip has a rhizomatous root system it requires dividing every 2-3 years to achieve it's best growth. Dig up the rhizomes and carefully remove any soil. Cut them into 2 inch sections being certain each one has roots attached.When planting rhizomes into the outside landscape pick a location with well draining soil the same as if planting a growing plant. Before planting be sure each 2 inch section has roots. Plant each section frac12; inch below the soil surface and water in well. Cover the area with a thin 1 inch layer of mulch to control moisture fluctuations.When planting rhizomes into containers choose a well draining potting soil. Pick a container one size bigger than the previous until the plants reach a mature size. Plant each 2 inch section of rhizome with roots frac12; inch below the potting soil surface and water in well.