Top 10 Must-Have Tropical Plants for Queensland Gardens
Heliconia bihai 'Manoa Sunrise
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Description:
Heliconia bihai 'Manoa Sunrise' is a striking tropical plant renowned for its vibrant yellow bracts with red and green accents, creating a sunrise-like effect. This evergreen perennial adds bold color and architectural form to tropical gardens and landscapes. Its upright, clumping habit and large foliage make it a standout feature in both residential and commercial settings.
Flowers:
The inflorescence consists of upright yellow bracts with striking red and green markings, which encase small, tubular flowers. These long-lasting bracts provide dramatic visual interest and attract pollinators such as hummingbirds and butterflies.
Foliage:
The plant features large, paddle-shaped leaves with a glossy green surface and prominent midrib. The lush foliage creates a dense, tropical canopy, enhancing the plant's ornamental appeal.
Form and Size:
'Manoa Sunrise' has an upright, clumping growth habit, typically reaching a height of 2 to 3 meters and a spread of 1.5 to 2 meters. Its bold, architectural form makes it a striking feature in any landscape.
Growing Conditions:
This heliconia thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires rich, well-draining soil with high organic content. Regular watering is essential to maintain consistent soil moisture, but the plant should not be waterlogged. High humidity and warm temperatures are crucial for optimal growth, making it ideal for tropical and subtropical climates.
Uses:
Perfect as a feature plant in tropical or subtropical gardens, 'Manoa Sunrise' works well as a screen or backdrop in mixed borders. It is also highly valued in the cut flower industry for its unique bracts and long vase life, adding a vibrant touch to floral arrangements.
Maintenance:
This plant is relatively low-maintenance, requiring regular watering and feeding with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season. Remove spent flowers and damaged leaves to maintain its tidy appearance. Protect from frost and cold temperatures to ensure healthy growth.
Notes:
Heliconia bihai 'Manoa Sunrise' is valued for its dramatic bracts, lush foliage, and adaptability to warm climates. It thrives in tropical gardens and requires frost protection in cooler regions.
Companion Plants:
Pairs beautifully with other tropical plants like Cordyline, Alpinia (Ginger), and Calathea. It also complements ferns, Philodendron, and ground covers like Liriope for a lush, layered effect.
Common Name: Manoa Sunrise Heliconia
Botanical Name: Heliconia bihai 'Manoa Sunrise'
Family: Heliconiaceae
Origin: Central and South America
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Where are our plants Grown and how do we grow them
- Plants are grown locally on the Sunshine Coast
- All outdoor plants are sun hardened and ready to grow
- Indoor plants are grown under 50% Shade and will transfer perfectly to indoor use
- Orchids are also grown under 50% Shade and are best brought indoors during flowering for show then returned back into a shaded area until the following flowering time
- we are Qualified horticulturists, greenkeeper as well as Qualified landscape Construction with over 35 years experience in the industry. We use Quality products and materials to grow all our plants.
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How to Look after your plants like we do
- When using any Garden Care products or Fertilisers we always recommend reading the label before use
- We recommend using Earthlife crushed rock mineral on all plants when planting in the ground or in Pots.
- When planting in Pots in Our garden centre we use Rocky Point potting mixes to plant all our plants
- If planting in the ground we also recommend that you use Rocky Point garden soil around your plants at the time of planting
