Heliconia Kawauchi

Heliconia Kawauchi

• Mature height: 3-4m tall.
• Recommended spacing for screening: 1m-1.2m apart.
• Ideal growing conditions: Full sun/partial shade.
• Growth rate: Moderate to fast
  

Uses: Tight/narrow spaces, large pot/container plant, tropical garden, privacy screen, mass plantings, feature plant, coastal gardens.

Noteworthy: Low maintenance, loves fertiliser - like all Heliconias.

Colour/Growth form: Large red and yellow flowers/bracts, tall evergreen Heliconia, green banana leaf-like foliage, clumping habit.

Care Tips for Your Heliconias

Proper care is essential for the growth and longevity of your heliconias. These tropical plants thrive in well-draining soil and benefit from a layer of mulch in winter to help retain moisture for the warmer months. Watering is crucial during the hotter season, and regular fertilising will promote healthy new foliage. With these expert tips you can cultivate lush, vibrant heliconias that bloom beautifully from late autumn to spring.