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Heliconia mariae

Also Known As

  • Firecracker Heliconia

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 15'-20'
  • W: 10'-15'

planting zones

  • 10a-12

Heliconia mariae plant details

Heliconia mariae is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer red flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Heliconia mariae

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: heliconiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, long-blooming, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Heliconia mariae

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

Gardening facts about Heliconia mariae plant

How to Grow Heliconia mariae

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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