Landscape uses
Where it works well
- Tropical focal points
- Pool and patio landscapes
- Commercial entries
- Layered planting beds
Architectural accentTropical Accents
Giant Bird of Paradise
Strelitzia nicolai
Giant Bird of Paradise is selected for reliable landscape structure and broad project versatility. Its mature form, approximately 20–30 ft tall by 15–20 ft wide, should be coordinated with the project's long-term space and maintenance plan.
Planning information
Plant specifications
Use these typical characteristics for early planning. Final performance depends on site conditions, installation, irrigation, and ongoing care.
- Mature height
- 20–30 ft
- Mature spread
- 15–20 ft
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Water
- Moderate to regular
- Florida zones
- 9A–10B
- Growth rate
- Fast
- Salt tolerance
- Low to None
- Cold tolerance
- Moderate to high
- Drought tolerance
- Low
- Plant habit
- Tropical accent plant
- Maintenance
- Low to moderate
Spacing & care
Plan for long-term success
Spacing
Allow for a mature spread of 15–20 ft, with added clearance from buildings, walks, utilities, and sightlines where appropriate.
Care notes
Use in a warm, protected location with suitable drainage. Final spacing should preserve the plant's architectural form and reduce crowding.
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