🐦 Strelitzia Reginae

Botanical Name: Strelitzia reginae
Common Names: Bird of Paradise, Crane Flower, Orange Bird of Paradise

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📌 Product Description

Strelitzia reginae, commonly known as Bird of Paradise, is an iconic South African plant prized for its striking orange and blue crane-shaped flowers that resemble a tropical bird in flight. Its dramatic architectural foliage and exotic blooms make it a standout feature in gardens, patios, and large containers.

This hardy perennial is perfect for subtropical and temperate gardens, providing year-round structure and seasonal blooms that attract birds and pollinators.

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📏 Size When Fully Grown

• Height: approx. 1 – 1.5 m
• Spread: approx. 1 – 2 m
• Growth Habit: Clumping perennial with upright foliage
• Growth Rate: Moderate (slow to establish, fast once matured)

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🌱 Best Growing Conditions

• Light: Full sun to partial shade (flowers best in full sun)
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil enriched with compost
• Water:
  • Moderate watering; allow topsoil to dry slightly between watering
  • Drought tolerant once established
• Feeding: Apply a balanced fertiliser every 4–6 weeks during active growth
• Maintenance:
  • Remove old or damaged leaves
  • Flowers appear on mature plants after 3–5 years

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🌦️ Planting & Growing Season (South Africa)

• Best Planting Time: Spring (August – October)
• Growing Season: Spring to autumn
• Flowering Season: Late spring to early autumn
• Climate Suitability: Prefers subtropical to temperate climates; tolerates mild frost when established
• Frost Tolerance: Light frost; protect young plants in colder areas

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🌼 Additional Benefits

• Iconic, exotic tropical appearance
• Attracts birds and pollinators
• Long-lasting, dramatic flowers
• Low-maintenance once established

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🌿 Ideal Uses

✔ Garden feature plant
✔ Patio or large container planting
✔ Borders and tropical-themed gardens
✔ Pollinator-friendly gardens