1 Bare Root Heliconia psittacorum Parrot's Beak Orange Live Tropical Plant Starter

Add a splash of tropical drama to your garden with this vibrant orange Parrot's Beak Heliconia (Heliconia psittacorum). This bare root starter is a robust, fast-growing tropical perennial prized for its striking, upright clusters of vivid orange and yellow blooms that resemble a parrot's beak, bringing an exotic, vacation-like atmosphere to any outdoor space.

This ornamental beauty is perfect for creating a lush tropical border, adding vertical interest to backyard beds, or making stunning, long-lasting cut flower arrangements. It forms neat, clumping colonies of lush green foliage that will multiply over time, offering a reliable source of dramatic color from late spring through fall in suitable climates.
Species: Heliconia psittacorum
Variety: Orange Parrot's Beak
Type: Bare Root Tropical Rhizome
Plant_Habit: Upright clumping perennial
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Rich, consistently moist, well-draining soil
Days_to_Harvest: Not applicable
Zones: USDA 9-11 (can be grown as an annual or container plant in cooler zones)
Germination: Not applicable
Sowing: Not applicable
Spacing: 24-36 inches apart
Notes: Grows 3 to 6 feet tall; attracts hummingbirds and butterflies