Bird of paradise (Strelitzia reginae)
Family: Strelitziaceae
The bird of paradise has a distinctive flower that is well known in the cut flower industry. In subtropical and tropical climates they make handsome landscape plants, with stiff, deep green foliage and bright-colored flowers in all seasons. Part of South Africa's rich and unusual flora, they are now grown in warm regions worldwide.
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Tags:
annual, cut flower, drought tolerant, flower, ornamental, perennial, sun, tropical
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Cultivation: Medium-sized to large perennial for USDA hardiness zones 9 to 11. Grows best in partial to full sun with low to moderate moisture. May be grown as an annual in zones 3 to 9.
Size: Reaches 4' to 6' (1.2 m to 1.8 m) tall with a spread of 2' to 4' (60 cm to 1.2 m).
Flowering: Blooms year-round or from mid-summer through early fall in zones 3 to 9.
Propagation methods: division, seeds.
Size: Reaches 4' to 6' (1.2 m to 1.8 m) tall with a spread of 2' to 4' (60 cm to 1.2 m).
Flowering: Blooms year-round or from mid-summer through early fall in zones 3 to 9.
Propagation methods: division, seeds.