Bring Tropical Elegance Home with a Strelitzia Reginae

Transform your living space with the exotic beauty of a Strelitzia Reginae Orange Bird of Paradise. This starter plant is perfect for adding a touch of the tropics to any room or garden. With its vibrant orange flowers that resemble birds in flight, this plant is sure to be a conversation starter. This plant is known for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in various climates, making it an easy and rewarding addition to your plant collection. The Strelitzia Reginae is a perennial plant that offers year-round interest with its evergreen foliage and stunning blooms.

The Orange Bird of Paradise is a versatile plant that can be grown both indoors and outdoors. It adapts well to different soil types, including chalk, clay, loam, peat, sand, and silt. Its clumping growth habit makes it ideal for creating lush, full displays. Whether you have a full sun, medium sun, or low sun environment, this plant can adapt and thrive. This starter plant is shipped bare root and may be possibly trimmed for optimal growth.

Key Benefits:

• Stunning Orange Flowers: Enjoy long-lasting, vibrant blooms that add a pop of color to your space.
• Drought Tolerant: Requires minimal watering, making it easy to care for.
• Versatile: Thrives in a variety of climates and soil types.
• Indoor/Outdoor: Can be grown as a houseplant or in your garden.
• Evergreen Foliage: Provides year-round greenery.

Planting and Care Tips:

Upon receiving your Strelitzia Reginae starter plant, plant and water it immediately. Regular watering is recommended. When repotting or planting in the ground, loosen the root ball and avoid planting too deep. Ensure the crown of the root ball is not covered with soil. For optimal growth and care, research specific guidelines for your zone on an .edu website.

Important Note: Plants may experience stress during shipping, leading to leaf loss. However, with proper care, they will recover. We are here to provide advice and support for plants that have experienced stress. Due to state regulations, we cannot ship to AZ, HI, AK, or Puerto Rico. A 72-hour heat pack is recommended if you are experiencing cold weather.

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. How big will my Bird of Paradise get?

The Strelitzia Reginae can reach a mature height and width of 3-5 feet.

2. What kind of sunlight does it need?

It thrives in full sun to part shade.

3. How often should I water it?

Regular watering is recommended, but it is drought-tolerant.

4. Can I grow it indoors?

Yes, it can be well-suited as a houseplant.

5. What if my plant arrives with some leaf damage?

Plants may lose leaves due to stress during shipping, but they will recover with proper care. Contact us for advice.