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We received some White Bird of Paradise on Oct 15, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
Last received Oct 15, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
Pet toxicity: not on file, check before planting where pets chew
Pet safety guideAbout White Bird of Paradise
White Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia nicolai) is a massive, tree-like relative of the common Bird of Paradise, native to South Africa. It produces dramatic white and blue flowers from boat-shaped spathes and features large, banana-like leaves arranged in a fan pattern on tall trunks.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer
- Growth Rate
- Moderate to fast
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Care essentials
White bird of paradise grows best in full sun in NE Florida but tolerates part shade; more sun promotes flowering. Provide a warm, sheltered microclimate to minimize freeze damage on cold nights.
Water regularly during the growing season; established plants have moderate drought tolerance. Reduce watering in winter. NE Florida's summer rainfall is usually adequate, but supplement during dry periods.
Plant in well-drained, fertile sandy or loamy soil. Feed with a palm or balanced slow-release fertilizer (3x/year in spring, summer, and fall) to support the vigorous growth and large leaf production characteristic of NE Florida culture.
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Common questions
Is White Bird of Paradise a good plant for St. Augustine?
White Bird of Paradise is a perennial. Mature size: 20-30 feet × 10-15 feet. Light: Full Sun, Part Shade. Water needs: Moderate.