Photo by Tejas Tropicals
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Heliconia stricta 'Dorado Gold'
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 3'-5'
- W: 2'-5'
planting zones
- 10a-11
Heliconia stricta 'Dorado Gold' plant details
Heliconia stricta 'Dorado Gold' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and winter yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly shade and even moisture - high water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Heliconia stricta 'Dorado Gold'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: heliconiaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 5 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and winter
- Uses: exotic, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Heliconia stricta 'Dorado Gold'
- USDA Zones: 10a - 11
- Sun exposure: mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - high
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Tejas Tropicals
Garden photo gallery of Heliconia stricta 'Dorado Gold'
By: Tejas Tropicals
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Gardening facts about Heliconia stricta 'Dorado Gold' plant
How to Grow Heliconia stricta 'Dorado Gold'
Sun Exposure
- mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - high
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Flower Season
- fall
- winter
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Size
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