Bird of Paradise

Bird of Paradise

Botanical Name: Strelitzia reginae

Highly valued for its large, exotic, colorful blooms in a bold blend of orange, blue, and white. Lends a tropical look to any landscape. A long-lasting flower for cut arrangements. Crowns of long stalks with large grey-green leaves provide year-round interest. Very useful as a specimen planting, especially on a patio or near a pool. Evergreen.

Light Needs: Partial to full sun

Water Needs: Water regularly – weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers.

Key Feature: Exotic Tropical Flowers

Blooms: Summer, nearly year-round in frost-free climates