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STRELITZIA reginae

Commonly known as Bird of paradise flower, Crane lily

Clump forming perennial with all year round flower spikes with flowers which have orange or yellow calyces and blue corollas
Further Reading....
  • Evergreen
  • Height
    2m (6½ft)
  • Spread
    1m (39in)
  • Herbaceous
    Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
    Clump-forming perennial with oblong-lance-shaped leaf- to 50cm (20in) long, with round or tapered bases, on stalks to 1m (39in) long. Produces spathes 12cm (4¾in) long and flowers 10cm (4in) longlades
  • Heated greenhouse - subtropical
    Can be grown outside in summer. Plant can withstand temperatures down to 10°C (50°F).
  • Full sun
    Shelter from cold winds
  • Partial shade

 

  • Additional Features
    Exotic plants
    Good to know
    Grow in a container in a warm greenhouse and move outdoors in summer
    Pests & Diseases
    Scale insects
    Place of origin
    South Africa. Introduced into UK by Francis Masson (Kew) 1773.
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Greenhouse / conservatory
    Not the sort of plants to be grown outside where there are likely to be frosts. These plants need to be grown in a conservatory or cool greenhouse or at least brought inside for the winter
    Loam-based compost. Good light and ventilation. Shade from hottest sun
    Patio / pot plants
    Sub-tropical / mediterranean
  • Hardiness
    Tender (greenhouse & conservatory)
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Spring
    Summer
    Winter
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
    If growing outdoors
Jan
Feb
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Strelitzia reginae - Growing Guide
2m (6½ft)
 Herbaceous - guide for size not form Average Person
  1m (39in)
  

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