Strelitzia Nicolai "Giant Bird Of Paradise" 20Liter

🌴 Strelitzia nicolai

Botanical Name: Strelitzia nicolai
Common Names: Giant Bird of Paradise, White Bird of Paradise, Natal Wild Banana
Plant Type: Evergreen tropical tree / large clump-forming ornamental plant

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📌 Product Description

Strelitzia nicolai, commonly known as the Giant Bird of Paradise, is a striking tropical plant admired for its towering stems, large banana-like leaves, and occasional white and blue bird-shaped flowers. It is ideal for creating a dramatic architectural feature in large gardens, patios, or as a focal point in tropical-themed landscapes.

This plant is well suited to South African climates in frost-free or mild frost areas and provides shade, privacy screening, and visual impact with minimal maintenance once established.

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📏 Size When Fully Grown

• Height: approx. 6 – 10 m
• Width: approx. 3 – 5 m
• Growth Habit: Clump-forming, upright leaves with occasional flower stalks
• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast under optimal conditions

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🌱 Best Growing Conditions

• Light: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil enriched with organic matter
• Water:
  • Water regularly during establishment
  • Drought-tolerant once established
  • Reduce watering in winter
• Feeding: Apply slow-release fertiliser or liquid feed in spring and summer
• Maintenance:
  • Remove old, damaged leaves to encourage new growth
  • Minimal pruning required

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🌦️ Planting & Growing Season (South Africa)

• Best Planting Time: Spring to early summer (September – November)
• Growing Season: Spring and summer for active leaf and flower growth
• Flowering Season: Summer to early autumn (January – March), depending on conditions
• Climate Suitability: Prefers frost-free regions; can tolerate light frost once established

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🌼 Additional Benefits

• Creates a tropical focal point in large gardens
• Provides shade and privacy
• Low-maintenance once established
• Attracts birds and pollinators

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🌿 Ideal Uses

✔ Large gardens & tropical landscapes
✔ Patios & poolside features
✔ Container planting for large spaces (requires big pots)
✔ Screening and privacy planting