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Heliconia latispatha 'Distans'
(Golden Lobster Claw, Expanded Lobster Claw)
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Family: Heliconiaceae
Light: Part sun-part shade
Height: 4-6'
Spread: About 2'
Blooms: Long lasting, bright red and yellow, upright bract, late
Spring-early Fall
Foliage: Musoid. green
Soil: Well-drained, keep moist (pH: 6.1-6.5)
Water: Abundant
Propagation: Rhizome / rootball divisions, offsets
Uses: Back of the border, specimen, ornamental, cut flowers
arrangements
Comments: Heliconia latispatha 'Distans' or Golden Lobster Claw or
Expanded Lobster Claw is an beautiful ornamental
tropical perennial plant that spreads by rhizomes. These plants
loves gorgeous when grown in masses as a hedge or back of the border.
Golden Lobster Claw spreads by rhizomes. Their bright-colored
blooms makes an impact in the landscaping garden.
USDA Hardiness Zones : 8b-11 |
