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Heliconia Black Cherry (Heliconia bihai x caribaea)


  • Mature size: 1.5-2m tall x 1m wide.
  • Recommended spacing for hedging: Not applicable; best suited as a feature plant.
  • Ideal growing conditions: Full sun to partial shade.
  • Growth rate: Fast.

Uses

Ideal for tropical gardens, poolside planting, container gardening, and as a spectacular feature plant due to its vibrant flowers and lush foliage.

Noteworthy

Heliconia Black Cherry offers a tropical touch with its striking dark red flower bracts contrasted by lush green foliage. It's an excellent choice for adding height and visual interest to gardens or patios.

Tolerant

Thrives under various conditions including coastal settings. With well-drained soil, it can withstand occasional drought and is suitable for both high humidity and moderate frost once established.

Colour/Growth form

This Heliconia features stunning, upright tall dark maroon bracts enclosing delicate flowers. Known for its gorgeous, leafy green foliage, it's perfect for creating a dramatic, tropical feel within your garden space.

What is Heliconia Black Cherry?

Heliconia Black Cherry is a stunning plant known for its exotic flower structure and vibrant colours—an eye-catching addition to any tropical landscape.

How to Care for Heliconia Black Cherry

To maintain Heliconia Black Cherry at its best, ensure it is placed in well-drained soil and receives regular watering. Use a balanced slow-release fertiliser during the growing season to encourage its spectacular blooms.

The Beauty of Heliconia Group

Heliconia Black Cherry provides a brilliant display with its large, maroon flowering bracts that stand out against lush greenery, attracting birds and other pollinators.

Ideal Growing Conditions

This Heliconia thrives in tropical and subtropical regions, favouring warm, humid environments with rich organic soil. It adapts to various soil types but prefers well-enriched, moisture-retentive substrates.

Benefits of Planting Heliconia Black Cherry

By planting Heliconia Black Cherry, you boost tropical garden aesthetics and attract wildlife including birds. It's an excellent choice for creating privacy screens or focal points, elevating your landscape's allure with its exotic charm.

Free Delivery

We offer free delivery to Brisbane and Sunshine Coast on orders over $249, and Gold Coast & Ipswich over $399.

Delivery usually occurs on Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays depending on the area, within 2-7 business days from placing your order.

What's Included

Free Unlimited Plant Support

Our customers receive unlimited, expert support to keep their plants thriving.

Say goodbye to conflicting advice online — trust our Qualified Horticulturalist for reliable and personalised care.

Delivered On Time, With Care

We keep you updated about your delivery and ensure it arrives exactly when promised.

We'll place your plants where you need them — whether it’s your backyard, garden, or project site.

Free Plant Care Guide

You’ll get an exclusive Plant Care Guide with an easy to follow 5-Step Process to help you maximise the growth of your new plants.

It also includes detailed Care Instructions for maintaining your plant's health to ensure it grows and thrives.

30-Day Quality Guarantee

If for any reason you're not thrilled about the quality of the plants when they arrive - let us know and we'll happily take them back and provide a full refund.

We'll also replace your plants if any don't survive within 30 days from delivery.

Heliconia Black Cherry

Regular price $114.00
IN STOCK - delivery in 2-7 business days
  • 300 mm

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Plant info

Heliconia Black Cherry (Heliconia bihai x caribaea)


  • Mature size: 1.5-2m tall x 1m wide.
  • Recommended spacing for hedging: Not applicable; best suited as a feature plant.
  • Ideal growing conditions: Full sun to partial shade.
  • Growth rate: Fast.

Uses

Ideal for tropical gardens, poolside planting, container gardening, and as a spectacular feature plant due to its vibrant flowers and lush foliage.

Noteworthy

Heliconia Black Cherry offers a tropical touch with its striking dark red flower bracts contrasted by lush green foliage. It's an excellent choice for adding height and visual interest to gardens or patios.

Tolerant

Thrives under various conditions including coastal settings. With well-drained soil, it can withstand occasional drought and is suitable for both high humidity and moderate frost once established.

Colour/Growth form

This Heliconia features stunning, upright tall dark maroon bracts enclosing delicate flowers. Known for its gorgeous, leafy green foliage, it's perfect for creating a dramatic, tropical feel within your garden space.

What is Heliconia Black Cherry?

Heliconia Black Cherry is a stunning plant known for its exotic flower structure and vibrant colours—an eye-catching addition to any tropical landscape.

How to Care for Heliconia Black Cherry

To maintain Heliconia Black Cherry at its best, ensure it is placed in well-drained soil and receives regular watering. Use a balanced slow-release fertiliser during the growing season to encourage its spectacular blooms.

The Beauty of Heliconia Group

Heliconia Black Cherry provides a brilliant display with its large, maroon flowering bracts that stand out against lush greenery, attracting birds and other pollinators.

Ideal Growing Conditions

This Heliconia thrives in tropical and subtropical regions, favouring warm, humid environments with rich organic soil. It adapts to various soil types but prefers well-enriched, moisture-retentive substrates.

Benefits of Planting Heliconia Black Cherry

By planting Heliconia Black Cherry, you boost tropical garden aesthetics and attract wildlife including birds. It's an excellent choice for creating privacy screens or focal points, elevating your landscape's allure with its exotic charm.

Free Delivery

We offer free delivery to Brisbane and Sunshine Coast on orders over $249, and Gold Coast & Ipswich over $399.

Delivery usually occurs on Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays depending on the area, within 2-7 business days from placing your order.

What's Included

Free Unlimited Plant Support

Our customers receive unlimited, expert support to keep their plants thriving.

Say goodbye to conflicting advice online — trust our Qualified Horticulturalist for reliable and personalised care.

Delivered On Time, With Care

We keep you updated about your delivery and ensure it arrives exactly when promised.

We'll place your plants where you need them — whether it’s your backyard, garden, or project site.

Free Plant Care Guide

You’ll get an exclusive Plant Care Guide with an easy to follow 5-Step Process to help you maximise the growth of your new plants.

It also includes detailed Care Instructions for maintaining your plant's health to ensure it grows and thrives.

30-Day Quality Guarantee

If for any reason you're not thrilled about the quality of the plants when they arrive - let us know and we'll happily take them back and provide a full refund.

We'll also replace your plants if any don't survive within 30 days from delivery.

Heliconia Black Cherry

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