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Heliconia rostrata [dwarf]
Also Known As
- Heliconia rostrata 'Dwarf Rostrata'
- Crab Claws
- Hanging Lobster Claw
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 3'-15'
- W: 3'-4'
planting zones
- 10a-11
Heliconia rostrata [dwarf] plant details
Heliconia rostrata [dwarf] is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter red and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Heliconia rostrata [dwarf]
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: heliconiaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 15 FT - tall
- Flowers: red and yellow blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
- Uses: tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Heliconia rostrata [dwarf]
- USDA Zones: 10a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Tejas Tropicals
Garden photo gallery of Heliconia rostrata [dwarf]
By: Tejas Tropicals
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Gardening facts about Heliconia rostrata [dwarf] plant
How to Grow Heliconia rostrata [dwarf]
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
- yellow
Wildlife
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
- fall
- winter
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
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Zones
9b-11
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 3'-6'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 15'-20'
Width: 10'-15'
- bright shade - shade
- regular
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-3'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- regular
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 6'-12'
Width: 4'-6'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
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