Strelitzia reginae

Bird of Paradise, Bird of Paradise Flower, Crane Flower

Size

ex 2L pots

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Description

Strelitzia reginae, Bird of Paradise Flower, is a plant that needs little introduction. Grown in the UK since 1773, its lush tropical foliage and dramatic inflorescence has long made it a firm favourite for exotic gardeners and those seeking something just a little more tropical-looking. Relatively easy to cultivate, Strelitzia reginae will thrive in any well-drained rich soil as long as it is in a warm, sheltered location with plenty of sun. It enjoys plenty of water and liquid-feeding during the summer months. What it doesn't enjoy at all is frost or prolonged sub-zero temperatures so it is best suited in the UK to growing in a container that can be moved to a frost-free location in the winter.

Additional Information

Order	Zingiberales
Family	Strelitziaceae
Synonyms	Heliconia bihai, Heliconia strelizia, Strelitzia angustifolia, Strelitzia cucullata, Strelitzia farinosa, Strelitzia gigantea, Strelitzia glauca, Strelitzia humilis, Strelitzia ovata, Strelitzia parvifolia, Strelitzia prolifera, Strelitzia pumila, Strelitzia regalis, Strelitzia reginae var. crinita, Strelitzia reginae var. farinosa, Strelitzia reginae var. flava, Strelitzia reginae f. flava, Strelitzia reginae var. glauca, Strelitzia reginae var. humilis, Strelitzia reginae f. humilis, Strelitzia reginae var. lemoinieri, Strelitzia reginae var. ovata, Strelitzia reginae subsp. parvifolia, Strelitzia reginae subsp. reginae, Strelitzia reginae var. rutilans, Strelitzia rutilans, Strelitzia spathulata
Geographical Origin	South Africa
Cultivation	Full sun, a warm sheltered location. Deep rich soil. Best in a container in the UK
Eventual Height	1.5-2m
Eventual Spread	1m
Hardiness	Tender in the UK. It is relatively cold-tolerant but it needs to be brought indoors out of the frost. Ideal in the conservatory or sun-room in winter