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Strelitzia reginae

Family Strelitziaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   10a - 11   RHS:   HH - FT   EGF:   G1 - G2   Australia:   4 - 5  
Care Level medium
Height 1.1 - 1.8 m (3.5 - 6 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The herbaceous perennial Strelitzia reginae (bird of paradise) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and multi-coloured bright red flowers during late winter to mid spring. The showy matte foliage is greyish green in colour, bold in texture and evergreen. A specimen plant, Strelitzia reginae (bird of paradise) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, container, cut flowers, house plant, foundation, specimen, screening and tropical.
Special Characteristics Hummingbirds are attracted to Strelitzia reginae . Strelitzia reginae is tolerant of drought.