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Photos   The photo on the right is what the plants may look like when mature The photos on the left a samples of the actual stock being sold the plants you receive will be similar shape and size Item Description Name   Common Name: Bird of Paradise, Crane Flower Botanical Name: Strelitzia Reginae   Size   These plants are about 30-35cm in height Each plant comes in its own 150mm (6") pot   This variety can grow to about 1.5-2m tall and wide.    Description/Uses   Strelitzia reginae is an easy plant to grow in the garden. It is grown for its spectacular flowers and are used all over the world for cut flowers. The orange petals and blue flowers on long stems will bloom most of the year. The warmer the climate, the longer period they will bloom.   Bird of paradise clumps provide bulk and mass and can be used in the landscape like a small shrub. They serve well anchoring island beds when surrounded by lower growing annuals or ground cover. Use in shrub borders and in planting islands and containers. Makes a showy and non-messy plant at poolside. This beautiful and adaptable beauty is perfect for home and commercial interiors.   Care and Maintenance Medium water use Semi shade to full sun Low to medium maintenance The Bird of Paradise responds well to regular feeding with a slow release fertilizer and compost. They are however very tolerant plants and will thrive in most soils and can survive with very little water once established. The plants are also wind resistant and grow well in coastal gardens. All our plants are established in their pots and are ready to plant straight into your garden or a larger pot.   Water well each day for 2 - 3 weeks after planting. These plants love a rich loamy soil and plenty of water throughout the year. Plant in a nutrient rich acid soil Plant in bright sun for the most flowers. Plant in shade for the best looking foliage