The Living Lighthouse! 🏮
This mid-sized heliconia illuminates gardens with:
• 18-24″ golden flower spikes with crimson edges 🔥
• Compact growth (5-6 ft tall) – ideal for small spaces 📏
• Continuous blooming – produces flowers year-round in warm climates 🔄
Why This Heliconia Shines Brighter:
✅ Landscape Versatility – Fits where giant heliconias won’t 🏡
✅ Cut Flower Star – Spikes last 2+ weeks in arrangements 💐
✅ Hummingbird Haven – Nectar-rich flowers attract pollinators 🦜
✅ Disease-Resistant – Stronger than most heliconias 🛡️
Golden Growing Secrets:
• Climate: Zones 10b-12 (no frost tolerance) ❄️
• Light: Full sun to partial shade ☀️⛅
• Soil: Rich, moist, well-draining (add compost) 🍂
• Pro Tip: Remove spent stems at base for new blooms ✂️
🏡 Perfect For:
• Tropical border plantings
• Poolside containers
• Courtyard gardens
• Resort landscaping
📦 Includes:
• Healthy rhizome with active growth
• “Torch Care” guide
• Tropical plant fertilizer
⚠️ Note: Requires consistent moisture – water 2-3x weekly in heat
Key Features:
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Color Brilliance – Gold/red bract contrast
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Size Advantage – Compact yet impactful
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Floral Longevity – Vase life highlighted
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Care Clarity – Water frequency specified
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Design Versatility – Border/container uses













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