Heliconia Iris Red

The Velvet Torch of the Tropics! 🎆

This compact heliconia variety stuns with:
• 12-18″ upright flower spikes in deep ruby-red with jet-black tips ⚫️❤️
• Lush green foliage (5-6 ft tall) – manageable yet dramatic 🌿
• Non-stop blooming – produces flowers 10 months/year in warmth 📅

Why Gardeners Love This Jewel:

✅ Space-Smart – Fits where giant heliconias won’t 🏡
✅ Cut Flower Star – Bracts last 2+ weeks in vases 💐
✅ Hummingbird Heaven – Nectar-rich flowers 🦜
✅ Disease-Resistant – Stronger than most heliconias 🛡️

Growing Secrets:

• Climate: Zones 10b-12 (protect below 40°F) ❄️
• Light: Morning sun + afternoon shade ☀️⛅
• Soil: 50% compost + 50% perlite/pumice ⚡
• Pro Tip: Remove spent stems at base to encourage new blooms ✂️

🏡 Perfect For:
• Tropical border plantings
• Poolside containers
• Courtyard gardens
• Urban jungle balconies

📦 Includes:
• Healthy rhizome with active growth
• “Red Hot Care” guide
• Slow-release tropical fertilizer

⚠️ Note: Requires consistent moisture – water 3x weekly in heat

Key Highlights:

1. Color Drama – Red/black bract contrast

2. Bloom Power – 10-month flowering period

3. Urban Appeal – Balcony/container suitability

4. Water Needs – Clear moisture requirements

5. Included Value – Care guide + fertilizer