Heliconia Hot Rio Nights (container grown)
Heliconia Hot Rio Nights (container grown)
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Heliconia ‘Hot Rio Nights’ is a stunning choice for adding lush, tropical impact to gardens and landscapes. Known for its bold upright bracts in deep red shades, this variety is well suited to warm, frost-free spots and thrives in full sun or part shade. Mature plants typically reach 3–4 metres tall with tall stems and broad, glossy green leaves that create a natural screen or striking feature. Whether planted poolside, in tropical garden beds or large pots, ‘Hot Rio Nights’ adds vibrant colour and a sense of the tropics. It’s an ideal option for anyone wanting reliable height, rich foliage and dramatic flowers in the warmer months.
Growth Habits and Characteristics
Growth Habits and Characteristics
This variety grows upright and forms dense clumps over time, reaching around 3–4 metres high in ideal conditions. Its sturdy stems hold large green leaves and striking red bracts through the warmer months, adding colour and height to tropical gardens or screens.
Maintenance and Care Requirements
Maintenance and Care Requirements
Heliconia ‘Hot Rio Nights’ prefers a warm, sheltered position with rich, moist soil. Keep it well watered, especially in dry weather, and mulch to hold in moisture. Remove old leaves and spent flowers to keep it tidy and encourage fresh growth. A light feed during the growing season helps keep the foliage healthy and the bracts vibrant.
