Heliconia hirsuta, Heliconia Costa Flores

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Heliconia hirsuta, Heliconia Costa Flores

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Heliconia hirsuta
Family: Heliconiaceae
Heliconia Costa Flores
Origin: Costa Rica
Large shrub 5-10 ft

Subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Heliconia hirsuta Costa Flores is native to Costa Rica. It blooms from late spring to early summer. The Costa Flores produces dark red bracts with yellow sepals with black accents on them. It enjoys full sun to partial shade and flourishes in zones 10 and higher. To prevent wilting, it is recommended to water this plant daily. It can grow to be 3 to 5 feet in height. Great for attracting bees, butterflies, and birds.

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Heliconia hirsuta Costa Flores

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6099 Heliconia hirsuta Costa Flores

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Grown in 10"/3 gal pot

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