Skip to content
Skip to main content
PatternBase

Bird of Paradise

Strelitzia reginae, Strelitziaceae

Zones
9b–13b
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator Attractor

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

6 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Northern Sea OatsChasmanthium latifolium
Wind Protection
SweetgrassHierochloe odorata
Pest Deterrent
Birds Nest FernAsplenium nidus
Beneficial Insect Habitat
Spanish MossTillandsia usneoides
Beneficial Insect HabitatWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Peace LilySpathiphyllum wallisii

Bird of paradise large leaves can shade out peace lily reducing its flowering

Uses

Functions

Ornamental

Common Questions

What zones does Bird of Paradise grow in?

Bird of Paradise grows in USDA hardiness zones 9b through 13b.

What are good companion plants for Bird of Paradise?

Good companions for Bird of Paradise include Northern Sea Oats, Sweetgrass, Birds Nest Fern, Spanish Moss.

Design guilds with Bird of Paradise and see companion relationships visually.

Try PatternBase free