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Giant Bird of Paradise
Strelitzia nicolai
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This clumping, treelike tropical plant is commonly grown for its interesting and dramatic foliage. The long-stalked, grey-green leathery leaves are arranged on erect or curving herbaceous trunks. The large, white flowers with a dark blue "tongue" emerge from a purplish-grey bract in summer. May bloom nearly year-round in mild climates. A stunning frost-tender evergreen that should be given enough space to accommodate its large size up to 30' tall and 15' wide.
How big does the Giant Bird of Paradise grow?
It can reach 20 to 30 feet tall and 10 to 15 feet wide outdoors, forming a clumping structure with huge banana-like leaves. In containers, it stays smaller but still commands attention.
When does it bloom and what do the flowers look like?
It produces striking white and blue bird-shaped flowers from spring through fall, though mature plants bloom more reliably. The flowers emerge from dark, beak-like bracts that make the plant look like it’s about to take flight.
What kind of light and soil does it prefer?
Full sun to light shade is best. It thrives in rich, well-drained soil but adapts to many types as long as it’s not waterlogged.
Does it need pruning or special care?
Remove old leaves and spent flower stalks to keep it tidy. Divide large clumps every few years if it starts taking over the yard; it grows fast when happy.
Seasonality
Mature height
15-30 ft.
Mature Width
15 ft.
Sun exposure
Watering
Moderate
Grows Well in Zones
Flowering Season
Attracts Wildlife
Pollinators, Bees, Butterflies, Birds
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