Heliconia schiedeana

Also Known As

Hardy Lobster Claws

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 6'-8'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

8a-10b

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Heliconia schiedeana plant details

Heliconia schiedeana is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer red and yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Heliconia schiedeana

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: heliconiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: red and yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, long-blooming, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Heliconia schiedeana

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A stunning Heliconia and the only one that can be grown in zone 8 dependably. Its flowers are elongated red bracts with yellow sepals. This Heliconia, like many, bloom on last seasons stems so cannot be allowed to freeze to the ground if you want blooms.

By: Tejas Tropicals

Gardening facts about Heliconia schiedeana plant

How to Grow Heliconia schiedeana

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

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
- yellow
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy

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