Tall growing Heliconia with an astonishing rich red upright flower. The deep red flower clings to the stem and appears between the foliage of abundant green leaves.
Shade to full sun.
Dimensions: are 3m – 5m. They are taller when in shade and seeking the light.
Flower: vibrant red flowers with a trace of yellow on the edge. The upright flower is produced in early spring and the magnificence red catches the eye, with the flower reaching 45cm and staying on the plant for 3-4 months. The odd flower is formed during the year on large mature clumps.
Foliage: abundance of tall spatulate leaves forming a dense clump as they mature, and display best when protected form strong winds.
Uses: often seen as clumps to form screens or create privacy in the landscape, used frequently in Balinese style gardens or to add the tropical lush feel. Heliconias do best in frost-free areas and in rich organic soils kept moist during the warmer months of the year.