Strelitzia parvifolia

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Size: 30cm/33cm

30cm/33cm 40cm 100L

All stock is grown, maintained and graded in strict accordance with AS 4373-2007, Australian Standard for Nursery Stock.

Current Stock Height Guides

30cm/33cm: Contact for current height guide.
40cm: Contact for current height guide.
100L: Contact for current height guide.

Height guide disclaimer: Height ranges are approximate only. As living products, plant heights naturally vary between individual plants, batches, and seasons. No guarantee is given that supplied plants will fall within the stated range. If minimum heights are required, you mustconfirm current batch heights with Evergreen Trees Direct prior to purchase. Variation in height is normal and is not grounds for return, refund, replacement, or compensation.

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 1.5–2 metres

Mature Width: 1–1.5 metres

Strelitzia parvifolia is expected to grow 30–50cm per year (moderate).

Root Ball Dimensions (Height & Width)

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

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About Your New Strelitzia parvifolia

Strelitzia parvifolia is a compact, smaller-leaved form of the Bird of Paradise grown for its bold tropical structure and showy orange and blue crane-shaped flowers. It carries upright, paddle-shaped foliage on long petioles, building a tidy clumping form that fits courtyards, poolside settings and modern garden beds without the scale of its giant cousins.

It performs best in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soil. Strelitzia parvifolia is well suited to warm temperate, subtropical and coastal climates, tolerating wind, salt-laden air and short dry periods once established. Maintenance is light, generally limited to removing older or damaged leaves and feeding lightly through the warmer months.

As a feature plant in tropical and coastal gardens, in poolside settings, courtyards, raised planters and grouped mass plantings, Strelitzia parvifolia brings vertical structure and seasonal flower colour at a more manageable size than the giant Strelitzia species. It suits resort-style, contemporary and architectural landscapes where compact bold foliage is the goal.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Strelitzia parvifolia

How tall does Strelitzia parvifolia grow?

Strelitzia parvifolia is a compact form that generally reaches around 1.5 to 2 metres tall and 1 to 1.5 metres wide at maturity. It stays noticeably smaller than Strelitzia nicolai, suiting more confined spaces and container planting.

Where should I plant Strelitzia parvifolia?

Strelitzia parvifolia grows best in full sun to part shade with well-drained soil. It suits tropical and coastal gardens, courtyards, poolside settings, raised planters and architectural feature beds.

When does Strelitzia parvifolia flower?

Strelitzia parvifolia flowers mainly through the warmer months from spring into summer, producing the distinctive orange and blue crane-shaped blooms the Bird of Paradise group is known for. Flowering is most reliable on mature plants in warm conditions.

Is Strelitzia parvifolia drought tolerant?

Once established, Strelitzia parvifolia is drought tolerant and performs well through warm, dry periods. Through establishment it benefits from regular watering, then transitions to deep, occasional watering during prolonged dry spells.

Is Strelitzia parvifolia frost tolerant?

Strelitzia parvifolia handles light frost once established but is best suited to frost-free or warmer microclimates. In cooler districts, plant in a sheltered position or grow in containers that can be moved through cold periods.

Can Strelitzia parvifolia be grown in a pot?

Yes. Strelitzia parvifolia is well suited to large pots and raised planters thanks to its compact form. Use a quality free-draining mix, water regularly through warm weather and feed lightly through the growing season.

Is Strelitzia parvifolia suitable for coastal gardens?

Yes. Strelitzia parvifolia performs well in coastal conditions, tolerating salt-laden winds and sandy soils once established. It is a reliable structural choice for seaside courtyards and exposed coastal plantings.

What soil does Strelitzia parvifolia prefer?

Strelitzia parvifolia performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam soils with a neutral pH. Heavy clay should be improved with organic matter and coarse material to lift drainage, and waterlogged sites should be avoided.

Uses in my Garden

Feature Tree

Strelitzia parvifolia works in an:

Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
Contemporary / Architectural Garden – striking forms for bold design statements.
Tropical Garden – lush, leafy planting for a resort-style atmosphere.
Coastal Garden – relaxed, seaside feel with hardy, textural plants.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Is Strelitzia parvifolia Evergreen or Deciduous?

Strelitzia parvifolia is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 1.5–2 metres

Mature Width: 1–1.5 metres

Strelitzia parvifolia is expected to grow 30–50cm per year (moderate).

Growth Rate of Strelitzia parvifolia

Strelitzia parvifolia is expected to grow 30–50cm per year (moderate).

They are considered to have a:

Medium Growth Rate

Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Strelitzia parvifolia

Is Strelitzia parvifolia frost tolerant?

Strelitzia parvifolia is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Does Strelitzia parvifolia Flower?

Strelitzia parvifolia produces the distinctive orange and blue crane-shaped Bird of Paradise flowers through spring and summer. Flowering is most reliable on mature plants in warm climates and full sun, complementing the bold upright foliage for which the plant is also valued.

Does Strelitzia parvifolia flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Spring
Summer

Flower Type:

Flower Colour:

Red

Is Strelitzia parvifolia an Australian Native Tree?

No

Strelitzia parvifolia is Native to Strelitzia is native to South Africa, where the genus grows naturally in coastal forests, riverine settings and open warm-temperate habitats.

What is the Wildlife Value of Strelitzia parvifolia ?

Its nectar-rich Bird of Paradise flowers attract pollinators and nectar-feeding birds when in bloom. The clumping upright foliage offers shelter and habitat value, supporting biodiversity in tropical, coastal and architectural garden plantings.

How much Sunlight does Strelitzia parvifolia need?

Strelitzia parvifolia will thrive best in:

Full Sun
Part Shade

Preferred Soil?

Strelitzia parvifolia performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam soils with a neutral pH. It tolerates coastal sandy soils when enriched with organic matter, while heavy clay or waterlogged ground should be avoided unless drainage is significantly improved. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then reduce watering as the plant matures.

Is Strelitzia parvifolia Drought Tolerant?

Is Strelitzia parvifolia Drought tolerant?

As a young plant Strelitzia parvifolia benefits from regular watering to establish strong roots. Once established it shows good drought tolerance, performing reliably through dry periods with deep, occasional watering and maintaining its tidy compact form.

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