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Strelitzia reginea
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 green flushed purple and orange, with blue, arrow shaped. They grow naturally on riverbanks and open glades of bush. 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.
Genus
Strelitzia
Species
reginea
Cultivar
Common name
Bird of Paradise
Family name
Strelitziaceae
Place of origin
South Africa
DETAILS
Height
1 m
Width
1 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Grows in most soil types / Prefers good loamy soil
Moisture
Soil must be well drained / Tolerates dry soils / Water well in summer / keep dry in winter
Exposure
Must be sheltered from wind. / Prefers a sunny site / Will tolerate light frost only
Enthusiast / Paradise / Structure
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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