strelitzia small
Searching for a strelitzia small enough to suit compact spaces in your New Zealand garden? You’re in the right place. Strelitzias, often called Bird of Paradise plants, are loved for their striking flowers and lush, architectural foliage. While many strelitzias are known for their bold presence and large size, there are smaller strelitzia varieties and cultivars perfect for pots, patios, or modest planting areas. On this page, discover your best options for a small strelitzia, how to use them in your landscape, and tips for success.
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.
