Heliconia

$1999
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Heliconia (Heliconia spp.) is a tropical perennial known for its bold, exotic foliage and striking, colorful flower bracts. Commonly used in North Florida landscapes as a statement or accent plant in warm, protected areas, it provides vertical interest and attracts hummingbirds and pollinators.

Care Needs:
• Light: Full sun to partial sun
• Water: Moderate to high; keep soil consistently moist but well-drained
• Pruning: Remove old or damaged leaves; cut spent flower stalks at the base
• Fertilizer: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer during the growing season


Attributes

  • Plant Type
    Tropical perennial

  • USDA Zone
    9 - 11

  • Origin
    Tropical Americas

  • Toxicity
    Generally non-toxic

  • Mature Height
    6-12 ft

  • Mature Width
    3-6 ft

  • Soil Preference
    Well-drained, fertile, organic-rich soil

  • Spacing
    3-5 ft

  • Growth Rate
    Fast

  • Critter Resistant
    Somewhat

  • Salt Tolerance
    Low

  • Cold Tolerance
    Low

  • Flowering
    Yes

  • Bloom Period
    Summer through fall

  • Flower Color
    Red | Yellow | Orange

  • Stem Color
    Green

  • Foliage Color
    Green

orange flower on heliconia plant
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Heliconia

From $1999

Heliconia (Heliconia spp.) is a tropical perennial known for its bold, exotic foliage and striking, colorful flower bracts. Commonly used in North Florida landscapes as a statement or accent plant in warm, protected areas, it provides vertical interest and attracts hummingbirds and pollinators.

Care Needs:
• Light: Full sun to partial sun
• Water: Moderate to high; keep soil consistently moist but well-drained
• Pruning: Remove old or damaged leaves; cut spent flower stalks at the base
• Fertilizer: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer during the growing season

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