Giant Tropical Bird of ParadisePhoenix's Most Dramatic Tropical Statement Giant Bird of Paradise Tree Giant Tropical Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia nicolai) is the most architecturally striking tropical accent plant available in Phoenix a towering multi stemmed beauty with enormous paddle shaped leaves that creates instant resort style drama in any landscape. Unlike the smaller orange Bird of Paradise, this giant species grows into a true tree form specimen with a woody trunk,

Golden-Tooth Aloe is tough enough to plant almost any time in Phoenix

It's not as drought-tolerant as true desert natives

Does Argentine Giant work near pools

Drought-tolerant but benefits from occasional deep watering

manageable size is a plus

Winter (Dec-Jan): Frost-tender

Natal Wild Banana Mature Height 20–30 feet Mature Width 10–15 feet Growth Rate Moderate — 2–3 feet per year in Phoenix Sun Full sun to partial shade

Summer (May–Sep): Handles full sun

The contrasting textures — smooth blue

African Spear Plant Details

Barbara Karst Bougainvillea — Classic bright red bougainvillea

or arbor it can climb (or a slope to sprawl across)