bird of paradise plant size
Wondering about bird of paradise plant size? Whether you’re considering this spectacular plant for your New Zealand garden or as a striking indoor feature, understanding how big your bird of paradise will grow is crucial. Luckily, the bird of paradise family, formally known as Strelitzia, offers a range of sizes to suit different spaces—from compact forms perfect for pots to towering specimens suited for landscaping. On this page, we'll cover the typical sizes you can expect from the most popular varieties, tips for encouraging healthy growth, and advice for placing bird of paradise plants in your garden.
Strelitzia nicolai (White Bird Of Paradise Plant)
Strelitzia nicolai (Giant White Bird Of Paradise) is a bold, architectural plant known for its large banana like leaves and striking white and blue flowers. This tropical looking plant creates a dramatic feature in NZ gardens and indoor spaces. Ideal for sheltered outdoor planting or large containers, it adds height, structure, and a lush, exotic feel.
Strelitzia Mandelas Gold (Yellow Crane Flower)
Strelitzia reginae Mandelas Gold, commonly known as Yellow Crane Flower or Yellow Bird Of Paradise, produces spectacular yellow flowers through spring and summer. The flowers are complemented with large and lush, dark green leaves as it grows to 1.5 m tall and the same wide. Strelitzia Mandelas Gold is commonly included in tropical plantings, planted around pools and other outdoor living areas, used to line an entranceway, or maintained in a container.
