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Red Christmas Heliconia Care

Heliconia Angusta 'red Christmas'

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What is the plant

Heliconia Red Christmas (Heliconia Angusta) is native to tropical Americas, although its many varieties are neutralized and commercially grown all over the world, majorly in Florida, Gambia and Thailand. Heliconia Red Christmas (Heliconia Angusta) plant grows in groups and suits to almost any type of garden with its dense green foliage and stunning flowers.Heliconia Red Christmas (Heliconia Angusta) has as many as 194 species, variations of the plant also have different bright-coloured flowers. Ideal location for the plant is in direct sunlight, with a fertile and well-draining soil to provide it the nutrients with a high phosphorus and micronutrients content. Plant must not be allowed to completely dry-out between watering, although the plant genus is generally pest free, snails, worms and aphids might attack on the plant. Being on the lookout for these can prevent any major damage.

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Humidity

Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Lighting

Part Sun

Temperature

Temperature

18°C - 28°C

Hardiness zone

Hardiness zone

10 - 11

Difficulty

Difficulty

Medium

Hibernation

Hibernation

Cold Period

How to Care for the Plant

  • Water

    Water

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    Water it thoroughly once in a week. Avoid over-watering as this may tend to turn leaves yellow and root-rot.

  • Fertilizer

    Fertilizer

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    Fertilize it with a low nitrogen NPK every month for better flowering.

  • Sunlight

    Sunlight

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    This is a sun loving plant keep it in full sun light or bright light.

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  • Soil

    Soil

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    Use good drainage potting mix and keep it moist.

  • Popularity

    Popularity

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    20 people already have this plant 8 people have added this plant to their wishlists

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