Strelitzia nicolai - giant bird of paradise

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$9.40

A grand foliage plant growing to 10 metres, perfect for large, tropical themed gardens and planting alongside palms. Grows as far south as Melbourne in frost free areas. For a more compact variety, try our Strelitzia reginae bird of paradise.

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Description

Strelitzia nicolai - giant bird of paradise, blue bird of paradise

APPEARANCE : Super-sized clumping plant with a palm-like appearance, large fronds, and deep purple-navy bird-like flowers with white plumes.
USE FOR :As a feature in tropical-style garden settings.
PLANTING : Plant in a full sun to partly shaded position in the garden. Note : the roots are big and fast-growing - see image gallery - so you may need to carefully cut your plant free of the tube before planting
CARE : Mulch and water regularly until the plant is established, usually around 12 weeks. Remove spent flowers and old foliage as required.
HEIGHT & WIDTH: Up to 10 m H x 4.5 m W.
YOUR PLANTS: These plants are tubestock plants, healthy young plants with new roots that will establish quickly in your garden. The pot size is 80mm high and 42 mm wide

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