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Heliconia ‘Jacquinii’
Heliconia bihai x caribaea ‘Jacquinii’
Synonyms: Heliconia jacquinii.
Jacquinii is a naturally-occurring hybrid with vigorous and neat growth. This one is a tall grower, reaching 4m or sometimes slightly more. Flowers occur mainly in Summer/Autumn on large, upright spikes with yellow edges on the bracts.
Applications
- Screening
- Tropical / Balinese
- Flower interest
- Background plant
- Pots & Tubs
Care
Very low maintenance. Apply generous manure and/or compost around the plant for best results as this is a plant that will do much better in a rich, organic soil.
Feed well with fertilizer such as Troforte or Organic Link to maintain vigorous growth.
Features
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Excellent yellow/orange flowers
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Large growing
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Lush foliage, neat habit
- Easy maintenance
Size
Height: 3-5m
Width: Indefinite, clumping
Width: Indefinite, clumping
Light
Full sun to part shade
Watering
Moderate needs. Water frequently in hot weather.
Growth Rate
Very fast if in good conditions.
