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Bird Of Paradise

Strelitzia Reginae

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Overview

Strelitzia reginae, commonly called Bird of Paradise, flaunts vibrant crane-like orange and blue flowers, resembling tropical birds in flight. This perennial showcases large, blade-like leaves reaching 4-6 feet and thrives in well-drained soil under full to partial sun. Ideal for adding a bold, exotic touch to landscapes, it requires minimal maintenance and can withstand brief cold snaps. Hardiness zones range from 9b through 11.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, MediumZones 9–10Climate Subtropical
Bird Of Paradise (Strelitzia Reginae) — commonly called Bird of Paradise

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Strelitziaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Bird Of Paradise (Strelitzia Reginae) — consistent moisture will promote lush foliage and more vibrant blooms; the flowers consist of vivid orange, image 74
Bird Of Paradise (Strelitzia Reginae) — Although drought-tolerant once established; blade-like leaves reaching 4-6 feet and thrives in well-drained, image 73
Bird Of Paradise (Strelitzia Reginae) — Hardiness is a consideration; consistent moisture will promote lush foliage and more vibrant blooms, image 75
Bird Of Paradise (Strelitzia Reginae) — as the Bird of Paradise thrives in USDA zones 10-12 and tolerates temperatures down to about 50°F; or, image 76
Bird Of Paradise (Strelitzia Reginae) — providing an additional layer of interest; blade-like leaves reaching 4-6 feet and thrives in well-drained, image 77
Bird Of Paradise (Strelitzia Reginae) — Proper spacing should be allocated; the flowers consist of vivid orange and blue hues and are nestled, image 78
Bird Of Paradise (Strelitzia Reginae) — making it an excellent choice for focal points; or as an anchor in island plantings, image 80
Bird Of Paradise (Strelitzia Reginae) — considering its eventual spread; consistent moisture will promote lush foliage and more vibrant blooms, image 79
Bird Of Paradise (Strelitzia Reginae) — or as an anchor in island plantings; blade-like leaves reaching 4-6 feet and thrives in well-drained soil, image 81
Bird Of Paradise (Strelitzia Reginae) — multi-colored and orange flowers in the garden; the flowers consist of vivid orange and blue hues and are, image 82
Bird Of Paradise (Strelitzia Reginae) — shrub with multi-colored and orange blooms; consistent moisture will promote lush foliage and more vibrant, image 83
Bird Of Paradise (Strelitzia Reginae) — shrub for full or half; or as an anchor in island plantings, image 84
Bird Of Paradise (Strelitzia Reginae) — commonly called Bird of Paradise; blade-like leaves reaching 4-6 feet and thrives in well-drained soil, image 85
Bird Of Paradise (Strelitzia Reginae) — flaunts vibrant crane-like orange and blue flowers; the flowers consist of vivid orange and blue hues and, image 86
Bird Of Paradise (Strelitzia Reginae) — resembling tropical birds in flight; consistent moisture will promote lush foliage and more vibrant blooms, image 87
Bird Of Paradise (Strelitzia Reginae) — blade-like leaves reaching 4-6 feet and thrives in well-drained soil under full to partial sun; or as an, image 88
Bird Of Paradise (Strelitzia Reginae) — it requires minimal maintenance and can withstand brief cold snaps; the flowers consist of vivid orange and, image 90
Bird Of Paradise (Strelitzia Reginae) — exotic touch to landscapes; blade-like leaves reaching 4-6 feet and thrives in well-drained soil under full, image 89
Bird Of Paradise (Strelitzia Reginae) — Hardiness zones range from 9b through 11; consistent moisture will promote lush foliage and more vibrant, image 91
Bird Of Paradise (Strelitzia Reginae) — This striking plant is native to South Africa and is known for its unique bloom; blade-like leaves reaching, image 93
Bird Of Paradise (Strelitzia Reginae) — is a captivating and tropical perennial that adds an exotic flair to any garden landscape; or as an anchor, image 92
Bird Of Paradise (Strelitzia Reginae) — which resembles a colorful bird in flight; the flowers consist of vivid orange and blue hues and are, image 94
Bird Of Paradise (Strelitzia Reginae) — The flowers consist of vivid orange and blue hues and are nestled within purplish bracts; consistent, image 95
Bird Of Paradise (Strelitzia Reginae) — blooming intermittently throughout the year; or as an anchor in island plantings, image 96

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