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Strelitzia reginae var juncea
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Strelitzia reginae var juncea
(Narrow-leafed Bird of Paradise)
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Synonyms: Strelitzia parvifolia, Strelitzia parvifolia var. juncea
Family: Strelitziaceae
Origin: Africa
Light: Full sun
Height: 4-6'
Spacing: 6'
Blooms: Double, bright orange with blue tongues, Spring/Summer,
resembles a bird in flight
Foliage: 9"Long x
3"Wide, evergreen, cylindrical reed-like, 4' long
Soil: Well-drained, rich loamy, drought tolerant
Water: Regular
Propagation: Seeds, division
Uses: Specimen, back of the border
Comments: Strelitzia reginae var juncea or Strelitzia parvifolia
or Strelitzia parvifolia var. juncea or Narrow-leafed Bird of Paradise is a beautiful
wind-resistant perennial that grows well in coastal areas in an
expanding cluster. It has no trunks. Keep a 2-3" surrounding
the plant free of mulch to prevent rot. Compost in winter. Strelitzia
reginae var juncea is a beautiful and stately looking landscaping plant.
USDA Hardiness Zones : 8b-11 |
