Call us: 0800 843 752Free shipping for orders $150 or over
Gift Vouchers

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-reginae--3

Strelitzia reginae (Orange Bird Of Paradise)

5 from 1 customers

Strelitzia reginae (Crane Flower, Bird Of Paradise) is an iconic tropical plant known for its bold orange and blue flowers that resemble a bird in flight. This striking plant thrives in NZ conditions and adds colour, structure, and a tropical feel to gardens and containers.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 1.50 m
Spread: 2.00 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Coastal
Garden uses: Containers, Living areas, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical
strelitzia-reginae-mandelas-gold-

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.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 1.50 m
Spread: 1.50 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Coastal
Garden uses: Containers, Living areas, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical
strelitzia-nicolai-
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...

From$44.09
haworthia-glabrata-
Haworthia Glabrata

Haworthia Glabrata is a small succulent that features rosettes of thick and fleshy leaves. The dark green leaves with silver lines have a rough...

From$17.87
Haworthia mirabilis 'Triebneriana' plant.
Haworthia mirabilis triebneriana (Haworthia mirabilis var Triebneriana)

Haworthia mirabilis Triebneriana is a small succulent that features rosettes of thick and fleshy leaves. The light green leaves with dark green...

From$15.11
Haworthia fasciata succulent growing in a pot.
Haworthia fasciata

Haworthia fasciata is a small succulent that features rosettes of thick and fleshy leaves. The dark green leaves with silver lines have a rough...

From$15.11
Citrus australasica (Finger Lime) fruit with yellow flesh cut in half.
Citrus australasica

Citrus australasica, commonly known as the Finger Lime or Caviar Lime, is an evergreen shrub grown for its unusual fruit, which is regarded as a food...

From$29.95
Haworthia resendeana plant.
Haworthia resendeana

Haworthia resendeana is a small succulent features thick and fleshy leaves on short stems. The dark green leaves have a rough texture and afford...

From$20.63
zieria-prostrata--1
Zieria prostrata

Zieria prostrata is a low growing shrub, often used as a groundcover, and favoured for its pretty flowers. Through spring and summer, it bears masses...

From$12.95
Japanese Box (Buxus microphylla) plants with lush green foliage.
Buxus microphylla (Littleleaf Boxwood)

Buxus microphylla, commonly known as Japanese Box or Littleleaf Boxwood, is a compact evergreen shrub renowned for its dense, glossy green foliage...

From$16.95
climbing-rose-albertine-
Rose Albertine

Rose Albertine is a climbing rose featuring very showy, salmon-pink flowers. The highly fragrant blooms emerge in spring and continue until autumn...

From$30.29
acer-senkaki-
Acer palmatum Senkaki (Acer Senkaki)

Acer palmatum Senkaki is a stunning Japanese Maple or Coral Bark Maple due to its striking and delicate foliage. Small, soft looking leaves emerge...

From$199.95
murraya-paniculata-4
Murraya paniculata (Orange Jessamine)

Murraya paniculata, commonly known as Orange Jessamine, this is an attractive, medium-sized shrub grown for its foliage and flowers. It grows...

From$26.15
rhipsalis-baccifera-1
Rhipsalis baccifera (Mistletoe Cactus)

Commonly known as the Mistletoe Cactus, this is a succulent grown for its slender and trailing stems. Masses of the dark green stems hang from the...

From$30.29
rhipsalis-paradoxa-5
Rhipsalis paradoxa (Mistletoe Cactus)

Commonly known as the Mistletoe Cactus, this is a succulent grown for its slender and trailing stems. Masses of the dark green stems hang from the...

From$26.91
Acer palmatum Hanami Nishiki tree with lush green foliage.
Acer palmatum Hanami Nishiki (Acer Hanami Nishiki)

Acer palmatum Hanami Nishiki is a stunning Japanese Maple due to its delicate foliage and small stature. Small and soft looking leaves emerge...

From$399.95
acer-fjellheim-4
Acer palmatum Fjellheim (Fjellheim Japanese Maple)

Acer palmatum Fjellheim is an impressive Japanese Maple featuring a rich display of delicate foliage held on colourful stems. Leaves on this small...

From$399.95
eugenia-uniflora-surinam-cherry-
Eugenia uniflora (Surinam Cherry)

Eugenia uniflora, commonly known as the Surinam or Brazilian Cherry, is a small tree that features new foliage which emerges a bronze colour and ages...

From$50.99
petrosedum-sediforme-
Petrosedum sediforme

Petrosedum sediforme, commonly known as Pale Stonecrop, is an herbaceous perennial with succulent and colourful foliage. The small leaves are light...

From$14.95
alpinia-pink-perfection-4
Alpinia henryi Pink Perfection

Alpinia henryi Pink Perfection is an herbaceous perennial grown for both its foliage and pretty flowers. It features glossy, dark green foliage which...

From$35.81
Lomandra 'Echidna' grass growing as a mass planting beside a path.
Lomandra Echidna

The Lomandra Echidna grass is a tough and reliable plant with outstanding aesthetics. It features lush, mid-green foliage held upright with a gentle...

From$17.87
rose-ann-turner-climbing-
Rose Ann Turner

Rose Ann Turner is a climbing rose that features masses of double, pink flowers. The blooms emerge in spring and continue until autumn provided the...

From$30.29
Acer 'Mikawa Yatsubusa' specimen tree with lush, green foliage.
Acer palmatum 'Mikawa Yatsubusa'

Acer palmatum 'Mikawa Yatsubusa' is a sought-after dwarf Japanese Maple prized for its dense, layered foliage and elegant form. Its small...

From$299.95
Pittosporum eugenioides tree with lush, dark green foliage and cream-coloured flowers.
Pittosporum eugenioides (Tarata)

Pittosporum eugenioides, commonly known as Tarata or Lemonwood, is a fast-growing native New Zealand tree valued for its glossy green leaves and...

From$15.04
Mazus pumilio plants with blue and white flowers.
Mazus pumilio

Mazus pumilio is a compact, low growing NZ native groundcover valued for its fine green foliage and small purple to lilac flowers. This hardy plant...

From$13.95
rose-anniversary-
Rose Anniversary

Rose Anniversary is an award winning, Floribunda shrub rose that features masses of showy, soft-pink flowers. The amazing blooms emerge in spring and...

From$38.57
geranium-tiny-monster-7
Geranium Tiny Monster (Cranesbill Geranium)

Geranium Tiny Monster features lush, mid-green foliage which becomes adorned with masses of small, magenta-pink flowers through summer and autumn...

From$22.01
scutellaria-snowflakes--1
Scutellaria Snowflakes (Scutellaria Skullcap)

Scutellaria Snowflakes, commonly known as Scutellaria Skullcap or the Skullcaps plant, is grown for its foliage and flowers. This versatile and...

From$12.95
osmanthus-heterophyllus-
Osmanthus heterophyllus

Osmanthus heterophyllus, commonly known as False Holly, is an evergreen shrub grown for its attractive foliage and pretty flowers. It produces spiny...

From$37.19
vinca-elizabeth-cran-1
Vinca Elizabeth Cran

Vinca Elizabeth Cran is a variety of the commonly known, Lesser Periwinkle, features small, dark green leaves which are held densely on stems that...

From$20.01
Isotoma fluviatilis plants grow as a ground cover, featuring lush, green foliage and attractive, blue flowers.
Isotoma fluviatilis

Isotoma fluviatilis features small, dark green leaves that give the appearance of a lush, green carpet. The foliage is adorned with masses of small...

From$13.95
feijoa-bambina-
Feijoa 'Bambina'

Feijoa 'Bambina' is a compact, dwarf variety perfect for small gardens, patios, and containers. It grows to around 1.5 m tall and wide, forming a...

From$35.81
Strelitzia reginae (Orange Bird Of Paradise)

Did you find what you are looking for?

You might be interested in exploring related Latin Names - Buxus, Citrus, and Haworthia, or related Categories - Finger Limes, Perennials, and Evergreen Shrubs.

Search strelitzia small

What Does “Strelitzia Small” Mean?

When gardeners search for “strelitzia small,” they’re often seeking strelitzia varieties that stay compact, either naturally or when grown in containers. Most strelitzias are large in nature, but some types—such as Strelitzia parvifolia (Spoonleaf Bird of Paradise)—offer more manageable growth for smaller gardens or balcony spaces. Even traditional varieties like Strelitzia reginae (Strelitzia) can remain appropriately sized when grown in pots.

Best Small Strelitzia Varieties for NZ Gardens

Strelitzia parvifolia (Spoonleaf Bird of Paradise)

This species is often chosen by those seeking a strelitzia small enough for tight areas. With graceful, slender leaves and notable compactness compared to its relatives, Strelitzia parvifolia (Spoonleaf Bird of Paradise) offers a refined look and produces classic orange and blue flowers.

Strelitzia reginae (Strelitzia)

Known as the Bird of Paradise, Strelitzia reginae (Strelitzia) typically reaches 1–1.5 metres when mature. It’s a favourite for pots, patios, and entrances—an excellent choice if you’re after a strelitzia small enough for medium containers but still bold in bloom.

Strelitzia Mandelas Gold (Yellow Crane Flower)

For something different, Strelitzia Mandelas Gold (Yellow Crane Flower) shares the compact nature of S. reginae, but with stunning yellow flowers. This low-growing variety stands out in mixed borders and modern gardens.

Do note: Larger types, such as Strelitzia nicolai (Natal Wild Banana) and Strelitzia augusta (White Flowered White Banana), can outgrow smaller spaces and are better for large gardens or as statement trees.

Growing Tips for Small Strelitzias

How to Use Small Strelitzia in Landscaping

In modern NZ gardens, strelitzia small forms are ideal for low-maintenance borders, poolside plantings, or city courtyards. Their year-round lushness brings a touch of the tropics, while the iconic flowers provide vibrant, artistic interest. If container-grown, they’re movable—perfect for renters or anyone wanting flexibility in their landscape design.

For more inspiration and choices beyond small forms, explore larger relatives like Strelitzia augusta (White Flowered White Banana) and Strelitzia nicolai (Natal Wild Banana).

By choosing the right strelitzia small for your needs, you can enjoy exotic beauty and dramatic structure in even the most modest of spaces.


Contact us

Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.

You know Lomandra Frosty Tops and Avocado 'Hass', but have you met Feijoa 'Wiki Tu', Camellia 'Roger Hall', and Mandarin 'Satsuma'? These beauties are worth a closer look.
–The Plant Company

Explore Garden Inspiration

Sign up to receive a free $10 Voucher You won’t be bombarded with emails, just titbits of quality information from time to time Sign up
Free shipping on orders over $150!

Join our community of happy customers.

4.8

445 Google reviews