Strelitzia reginae Pyrus communis 'Doyenné du Comice' It grows to a height

It grows to a height of around 7m and assumes a broad headed

including the cooler northern regions

dark red flowers are fully double

open blooms with frilly edges

Fruits will follow after flowering in optimal conditions

Strelitzia reginae Pyrus communis 'Doyenné du Comice' It grows to a heightThe Strelitzia more commonly known as the Bird of Paradise has vibrant flowering, which mimics the feathering of a Bird of Paradise which gives the plant a tropical flair. This plant would be best planted in a pot or a bucket where excess water can easily drain away, the Strelitzia does not cope well with waterlogging. The Bird of Paradise is native to South Africa. The Strelitzia prefers a humid atmosphere due to it being a slightly tropical plant.