Heliconia latispatha (Distans)

5 fresh seeds

A red flowered form of this cool tolerant Heliconia, very attractive with Banana type leathery leaves and red lobster claw bracts. The seed requires soaking for two or three days and sown in a well drained damp compost with a temperature of 30°C to 32°C. The seed may take a couple of months to germinate and the seedlings will need a temperature of 30°C by day, 20°C by night and good sunlight is essential to bring them on.