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Heliconia stricta 'Sharonii'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 3'-6'
  • W: 3'-6'

planting zones

  • 10a-11

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Heliconia stricta 'Sharonii' plant details

Heliconia stricta 'Sharonii' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer red flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with 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 stricta 'Sharonii'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: heliconiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, long-blooming, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Heliconia stricta 'Sharonii'

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Exotic tropical plant that produces beautiful long lasting (3 mo) ornamental upright blooms that are orange and yellow. Foliage has bluish dark green color with maroon underside and midrib. It is really easy to care for - not fussy at all. Needs filtered light, plenty of water & fertilizer. Great for container / in door. It is a very fast grower.
This heliconia stays around 2-3 feet tall and has an upright inflorescence that is a beautiful medium red. If the flower wasn't enough reason to own one the foliage is maroon red underneath with a bright red midrib. It will grow in about 60-80% shade so also does well as a potted houseplant during the winter months. Blooms well in containers as small as 3 gallons. We have some 3 gallons in bud right now!

By: Tejas Tropicals

Gardening facts about Heliconia stricta 'Sharonii' plant

How to Grow Heliconia stricta 'Sharonii'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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