Heliconia Tropics - Tropic Fleur
- Mature size: 1.5-2m tall x 1m wide.
- Recommended spacing: 80cm-1m apart.
- Ideal growing conditions: Full sun-semi shade, tropical to subtropical climates.
- Growth rate: Moderate-Fast.
Uses
Ideal for tropical-themed gardens, borders, mass plantings, and as striking feature plants. Excellent for adding a vibrant, exotic flair to landscape designs.
Noteworthy
Lush green foliage with iconic bright bracts. Perfect for creating a tropical paradise in gardens or pool areas.
Colour/Growth form
Vivid orange-red bracts and lush green foliage, compact and clumping upright growth habit.
How to Care for Heliconia psittacorum x spathocircinata
Plant in nutrient-rich, moist but well-drained soil. Regular watering and occasional feeding with a balanced fertiliser will support growth. Pruning dead stems encourages new growth and prolongs the flowering season.
Ideal Growing Conditions
Flourishes in tropical to subtropical regions, appreciating warm temperatures and high humidity. Best grown in full sun to partial shade, ensuring nutrients and drainage for optimal health.