Most Florida greens are graded by minimum stem length and number of stems. (see individual variety information)

Heliconias are usually graded by bract size and classified as small, medium, large, and extra large. Small – 80 cm stem – 15 cm bloom. Medium – 70 to 90 cm stem – 20 cm bloom – 3 to 4 bracts. Large – 90cm + stem – 25 cm bloom – 3 to 4 bracts. Extra – 90 cm + stem – 30 cm bloom – 3 to 4 bracts. Pendant – 110 cm stem – 5 to 6 bracts.Blooms should show good colour and be free of marking. Heliconias being shipped to North America should be packed in insulated boxes during the winter months.