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Heliconia stricta

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

H: 5'-10'
W: 5'-10'

planting zones

10a-12

Heliconia stricta plant details

Heliconia stricta is a broadleaf evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Heliconia stricta

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: heliconiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT - 10 FT - wide, 5 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring and winter
Uses: tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Heliconia stricta

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

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Gardening facts about Heliconia stricta plant

How to Grow Heliconia stricta

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Flower Season
- spring
- winter
Foliage Season
- evergreen

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