{"product_id":"heliconia-6-pot","title":"Heliconia - 6\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eHeliconia rostrata, the hanging lobster claw, is a clump-forming tropical perennial bearing spectacular pendant inflorescences of red bracts tipped in yellow and green that hang like a string of beaks. Native to South America, it relishes the warm, humid conditions of coastal and southern India, forming lush stands of paddle-shaped, banana-like leaves. The dramatic, long-lasting bracts are exceptional cut flowers and a magnet for sunbirds. Given heat, moisture and rich soil it spreads steadily by rhizomes into an eye-catching tropical screen or border, flowering through the warm months.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeliconiaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCentral and South America\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5-3 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-2 m, spreading by rhizome\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvergreen, large banana-like green leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed bracts tipped yellow-green\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarm and monsoon months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical, humid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to partial shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrequent; keep soil consistently moist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRich, moist, well-drained loam high in organic matter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20-35 C; frost sensitive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy feeder; feed monthly in growth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCut spent stalks at base after flowering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDivide and refresh every 2-3 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRhizome division\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMealybugs, spider mites, caterpillars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-toxic \/ low toxicity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy in warm humid climates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsed as a tropical accent, screen or border in warm gardens and for striking long-lasting cut-flower arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdeal for coastal and southern India; plant in part shade with rich, moist soil and shelter from drying winds, and water generously through the dry season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water Heliconia?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater frequently to keep the soil consistently moist, especially in summer; this is a thirsty plant that does not like to dry out.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much light does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt grows well in full sun to partial shade. In hot dry regions some afternoon shade keeps the foliage from scorching.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Heliconia safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeliconia is considered low-toxicity and is not listed as a serious hazard, but it is still best to discourage pets from chewing the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDivide the rhizome clump in the warm season, ensuring each piece has a shoot and roots, then replant in rich moist soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen does it flower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt flowers mainly through the warm and monsoon months when given enough heat, moisture and feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it in a pot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, in a large deep container with rich soil, but it spreads vigorously and needs regular feeding, watering and division to thrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy is my Heliconia not flowering?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsually it is too young, getting too little light or nutrients, or the clump is overcrowded. Feed well, give good light and divide congested stands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it be grown indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is really an outdoor tropical plant; indoors it rarely gets the light and humidity to flower, so a warm sheltered garden spot is far better.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat fertilizer should I use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a heavy feeder, so apply a balanced fertiliser plus compost monthly during the growing season for strong stalks and blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it tolerate cold?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, it is frost sensitive. In northern India protect it over winter or grow it where temperatures stay above about 10 C.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256139383030,"sku":"PLT-HELICONIA-P06-NA","price":199.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/nurserylive-plants-heliconia-rostrata-plant-16968926986380_82f58e18-aaa3-4346-a0f9-b4580902a709.jpg?v=1783921818","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/heliconia-6-pot","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}