{"product_id":"great-red-anthurium-anthurium-andreanum-great-red","title":"Great Red Anthurium - Anthurium andreanum 'Great Red'","description":"\u003cp\u003eGreat Red Anthurium (\u003cem\u003eAnthurium andreanum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Great Red') is a neat little tropical plant, 60cm to 80cm tall and about 60cm wide, with large arrow-shaped dark green leaves and perky triangular coral-red flowers around a cream spike. Both leaves and flowers are glossy, and the blooms appear in spring and autumn. It suits tropical borders, pots and indoor gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoral-red flowers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Perky triangular blooms in a bright coral-red, with a cream spike in the centre, stand out against dark green.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArrow-shaped leaves.\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, glossy, dark green leaves give a different outline from the usual heart shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA compact habit.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a neat plant that does not sprawl, which suits borders and containers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo flowering seasons.\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowers return in spring and autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShade tolerant.\u003c\/strong\u003e Anthuriums flower in shade, so this one gives colour to spots that other red flowers cannot handle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTropical borders.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 60cm apart as a border or underplanting. The dark arrow-shaped leaves create depth beneath taller plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContainers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a pot with drainage holes in bright, filtered light, and keep the mix evenly moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoor gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e It flowers in shade, so a bright room away from direct sun and draughts suits it well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Great Red Anthurium in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e A sheltered position, out of direct sunlight. Great Red needs protection from frost and plenty of water in dry periods, so it grows outdoors only in tropical and subtropical gardens. Elsewhere, grow it in a pot and provide bright, filtered light indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e A free draining soil rich in organic matter, or a quality potting mix. Mulch the surface to hold moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch and water regularly until established, usually around 12 weeks, and keep it well watered in dry periods. Apply slow release fertiliser in spring, and liquid fertiliser every two to four weeks in the warmer months, diluted to half strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove spent flowers and tired leaves at the base. Wipe indoor leaves with a damp cloth, and re-pot at the beginning of spring. The leaves contain a poisonous substance, so avoid contact with skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Great Red Anthurium as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube. Our grower supplies the tube stock and it is not always available. A sold out tube simply means the grower has none just now, and the notify button on the page emails you the day it is back. Expect a small young plant. Anthuriums are slow growing when young, so be patient. Unpack promptly, pot it up or plant it in a sheltered spot, and keep it warm and humid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tropical-plants\"\u003eBrowse tropical plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-flowering-plants\"\u003eIndoor flowering plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/indoor-exotic-plants-guide\"\u003eIndoor exotic plants guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-tropical-climates\"\u003ePlants for tropical climates\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat shape are the leaves?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are large and arrow-shaped, dark green and glossy, which sets this variety apart from the heart shaped leaves of many other anthuriums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much water does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep it evenly moist, and give it plenty of water during dry periods. It does best in humid conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Great Red toxic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The leaves contain a poisonous substance, so plant it away from areas where children and pets play.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790169375039,"sku":"ANT-AND-GREATR-tube","price":29.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/great-red-anthurium-anthurium-andreanum-great-red.jpg?v=1792194873","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/great-red-anthurium-anthurium-andreanum-great-red","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}