{"product_id":"heliconia-angusta-red-christmas","title":"Heliconia angusta 'Red Christmas' - Red Christmas Heliconia","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHeliconia angusta 'Red Christmas'\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as Red Christmas Heliconia, is a compact tropical perennial celebrated for its striking, upright red bracts with white flowers that bloom during the festive season. With lush, banana-like green foliage and a manageable size, it is perfect for smaller tropical gardens, borders, or containers. Growing up to 1–1.5 meters tall, it adds a vibrant touch of color and elegance to any landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1–1.5 meters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.5–1 meter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative to\u003c\/strong\u003e: Brazil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage\u003c\/strong\u003e: Broad, banana-like green leaves; evergreen in warm climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConditions\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e: Prefers rich, well-drained soils with organic matter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e: Partial shade to full sun; thrives in filtered light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moderate to high; requires consistent moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate\u003c\/strong\u003e: Tropical and subtropical; frost-free regions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Features\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers\u003c\/strong\u003e: Upright red bracts with white flowers; blooms in winter to early spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm\u003c\/strong\u003e: Clump-forming, upright growth habit with dense foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUses\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ideal for borders, tropical garden beds, containers, or as a festive feature plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Plant 50 cm–1 meter apart for dense coverage or individual displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Minimal care; remove spent flowers and old foliage to maintain appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePest Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Generally pest-free; monitor for mealybugs or spider mites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrought Sensitivity\u003c\/strong\u003e: Requires regular watering; not tolerant of prolonged dryness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrost Sensitivity\u003c\/strong\u003e: Not frost-tolerant; suitable for warm, frost-free areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Attraction\u003c\/strong\u003e: Flowers attract birds and pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Appeal\u003c\/strong\u003e: Evergreen foliage with vibrant seasonal blooms for winter interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatility\u003c\/strong\u003e: Complements tropical, rainforest, and festive garden styles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Red Christmas Heliconia is a standout plant, bringing tropical elegance and festive cheer to gardens and landscapes. Its compact size and vibrant blooms make it a perfect choice for small spaces and holiday-themed displays.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ornatec International","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44282261602500,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/0493\/5108\/files\/dreamstime_m_123130259.jpg?v=1735380431","url":"https:\/\/ornatecinternational.com\/ar\/products\/heliconia-angusta-red-christmas","provider":"Ornatec International","version":"1.0","type":"link"}