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bird of paradise 'Kirstenbosch Gold'

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Kirstenbosch Gold' is an evergreen perennial, to 1.5m tall, forming a clump of long-stalked, oblong, grey-green leaves; yellow and purple flowers emerge in succession from a beak-like spathe in winter and spring

Scientific classification

Species: bird of paradise 'Kirstenbosch Gold' (Strelitzia reginae 'Kirstenbosch Gold')
Genus: Strelitzia
Family: Strelitziaceae

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Toxicity: Conservatory Greenhouse · Herbaceous Perennial
Plant type: 1-1.5 metres
Height: 0.5-1 metres
Spread: Evergreen
Foliage: Clump forming
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Full sun · Partial shade
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Distribution of bird of paradise 'Kirstenbosch Gold'

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Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of bird of paradise 'Kirstenbosch Gold'

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bird of paradise 'Kirstenbosch Gold' care guide

Keep potting mix evenly moist, slow watering rate during cool winter weather
Watering: Full sun · Partial shade
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Watering

Keep potting mix evenly moist, slow watering rate during cool winter weather

Fertilizing

Diluted tropical foliage feed monthly spring through warm summer months

Pruning

No pruning required

Propagation

Propagate by division of rooted suckers in spring

Growing

Under glass grow in loam-based compost, in a large container or greenhouse bed, in full light with shade from hot sun. During growth, water freely and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly. Top dress annually and repot every second year. Water sparingly in winter and ventilate when temperatures exceed 20°C. Can be grown outdoors in a frost-free, moist but well-drained, fertile soil with protection from strong winds. See strelitzia cultivation

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