Heliconia schiedeana Myriopteris Each leaf is highlighted by

Each leaf is highlighted by a dramatic green border as well as narrow green vein lines running through the solid silver leaf

We have heard unverified reports of hardiness in warmer Zone 5

and one that has enjoyed massive worldwide popularity

eventually forming a 4' wide patch

This vigorous and fast-multiplying Thad Howard cross of Crinum moorei and Crinum erubescens is certainly one of the easiest to grow

Heliconia schiedeana Myriopteris Each leaf is highlighted byHeliconia schiedeana is the most cold hardy species of lobster claw. Although we have had it survive 10 degrees F in the ground, it requires two year old growth to produce flowers. Protection, such as a banana cage filled with mulch, should do the trick. When happy, the 6' tall stalk of bold thalia like foliage is topped from summer through fall with upright, bright red, lobster like inflorescences adorned with bright yellow flowers at the axils. Dry