Interested in this fascinating group of plants but concerned about your growing zone? This is the hardiest of the heliconia and it grows beautifully in Southern California, Florida, Arizona, Texas and similarly warm areas. With a mature height up to 8 feet tall and a width of about 5 feet, this is an impressive and eye catching addition to any garden. Originally from Central America, the broad, ribbed leaves of this ginger relative are shiny and evergreen, adding an attractive element to the garden even when not in bloom. You consider yourself adventuresome, right?

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3-7 rhizomes

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$16.16/ea

8-11 rhizomes

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$15.26/ea

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Common Name:

Parrot's Beak, Lobster Claw

Botanical Name:

Heliconia schiedeana

Exposure:

Full sun to light shade

Hardiness:

Hardy zones 8-11. Can be grown indoors in bright location.

Height:

5-8 feet

Color:

Bright red bracts with sharply contrasting yellow accents

Bloom Time:

Spring thru summer

Bulb Size:

Fresh, plump rhizome