Key features

• •Thrives in rich loamy soils, but highly adaptable to many soil types. Water deeply, regularly during first few growing seasons to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought but looks best with regular water. Fertilize in spring before new growth emerges.
• •Tropical looking evergreen perennial valued for its unique bird-like orange, blue and white flower heads. Long-lasting cut flowers. Used as an accent, especially on patios or near pools. Good in containers. Full to partial sun. Slow-growing clumps to 3 to 5 feet tall, can be as wide or wider.
• •Use this perennial in patio containers where its bird-like flowers and exotic foliage will make a striking impression. It also works well with other tropical-looking plants in garden plantings.
• •Highly valued for its large, exotic, colorful blooms in a bold blend of orange, blue, and white. Lends a tropical look to any landscape. A long-lasting flower for cut arrangements. Crowns of long stalks with large grey-green leaves provide year-round interest. Very useful as a specimen planting, especially on a patio or near a pool. Evergreen.
• •This showy plant should be used as a focal point in the landscape, where it can show off its unusual form and beauty.