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Strelitzia nicolai
Large evergreen perennial which forms a dense clump of large long green leaves on stiff stems. In winter and spring the distinctive flowers emerge from the ends of tall erect stems from 'beak-like' buds. Flowers are white and pale blue, arrow shaped with purple bracts. They need a warm sub-tropical climate, good deep well drained soil, water well in summer for lush growth. Avoid frost and very hot dry sites. Great house plant.
Genus
Strelitzia
Species
nicolai
Cultivar
Common name
Giant white bird of paradise
Family name
Strelitziaceae
Place of origin
South Africa
DETAILS
Height
4 m
Width
2 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Moisture
Exposure
Perennials
Category
Large, over 1.2 metres.
Availability
All our current stock has been dispatched out to retailers. If they have none left for you, we are growing another crop to supply as soon as possible.
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