STRELITZIA NICOLAI

This Giant White Bird of Paradise is known for its lush, tropical foliage. They make stunning architectural plants, due to their tall erect stems and wide, banana-like, paddle shaped, glossy leaves.

CARE TIPS:

• Strelitzia grow best in bright, indirect light. Too much direct sunlight may scorch the leaves and damage the flowers. Can cope for periods in partial shade but needs bright light longer term. Some early morning or late afternoon sun is OK.
• Keep the soil moist (not soggy). Do not allow to stand in water.
• Fertilise once a month
• The leaves will split naturally as the plant matures. This is to allow light to reach the lower parts of the plant. Rotate the plant occasionally to encourage even growth. The leaves are therefore not pristine and leaf damage occurs frequently.

HEIGHT: 160 cm (approx.)