45700 Adler Lane

Temecula, CA  92590

(951) 694-5384

John McCabe, Owner

www.mccabesnursery.com

john@mccabesnursery.com

Bird of Paradise

Strelitzia reginae

Exotic tropical

perennial plant forms large evergreen clumps of stiff leaves growing up from the base.  The grey-green banana like leaves grow about 3 feet in height and the flowers stand above the foliage at the tips of long stalks. Uniquely shaped flower resembles a bird’s head. Mature plants produce many flowers in winter, spring and fall. Need at least 4 hours of direct sunlight, hardy to about 20 degrees. Excellent drainage is essential.

 

Zones 10-11