Giant Bird of Paradise

Strelitzia nicolai

Sturdy, evergreen, upright clumping plant with large, glossy, dark green leaves. Leaves can reach 1.5 metres in length and will split as they mature. Blue and white flowers of an unusual beak-like structure appear nestled in the foliage in late spring-early summer. Fertilise with an organic all-purpose fertiliser in spring and summer. Low water requirements but occasional watering during dry spells will benefit the plant.

• Position: Full Sun to part shade
• Height: 6m
• Width: 4m