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Strelitzia reginae

Bird of Paradise

Plant photo of: Strelitzia reginae
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Normans/Mullany/Sortomme

 

Description

This shrub will grow to 6' tall and has large, gray green fronds with orange, blue, white, or multi-colored flowers that bloom throughout the year.

 

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low, Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Loam

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acid

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Move turf away form sidewalks and pavement.

Instead plant shrubs or groundcovers next to the pavement, and water with low-flow drip or bubbler system to eliminate runoff from turf sprinklers