Strelitzia reginae - 'Bird of Paradise'
- Mature height: 1-2m tall/wide.
- Recommended spacing: 1m apart
- Ideal growing conditions: Full sun-partial shade.
- Growth rate: Slow - Moderate.
Tolerant: Coastal areas. Drought - once established.
Noteworthy: Low maintenance, flowers attract pollinators.
Uses: Statement/feature plant, pot/container plant, indoor plant, tropical garden, short screen/privacy plant, under-story plant, garden filler.
Colour/Growth form: Tight clumping, paddle-shaped dark green leaves, Orange & blue flowers in Summer-Autumn that resemble tropical birds in flight.
Strelitzia reginae, or 'Bird of Paradise,' is a striking plant that brings a touch of the tropics to any garden. With its bold, paddle-shaped dark green leaves and unique orange and blue flowers that resemble birds in flight, it makes an eye-catching feature in both pots and garden beds. This low-maintenance plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and is well-suited for coastal areas and drought conditions once established. Perfect as a statement plant, tropical garden addition, or privacy screen, 'Bird of Paradise' adds year-round interest and exotic flair to your landscape.
