The Bird of Paradise plant is a stunner with its large, lush, and pinnate leaves. But when it’s feeling less than its best, those leaves might droop or curl up in protest. Don’t panic; this is just the plant’s way of saying, “Hey, I’m not happy with my digs!” If you spot this phenomenon, it’s …
Strelitzia reginae and Augusta have similar appearances. There is some difference between them when you look at them closely, but it is hard to tell from a glance. You may also wonder which is best suited for indoor use as a houseplant. You may also be interested in the differences in how to grow them …
Traveler’s Palm (Ravenala) has leaves with straight tips, while the Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia) has pointed ones. The ravenala’s leaf stalks are shaped like a rectangle, while the Strelitzia’s are more round. The leaves of the ravenala are weaker, almost like mosses, whereas the leaves of the strelitzias are much more substantial. Ravenala leaves have …
Pruning Bird of Paradise correctly is necessary for their long-term health and well-being. Only through this effort can you encourage proper growth or even flowering. Knowing the rules can make a massive difference between getting it right and wrong. You may think this is secondary, but it’s not. If you don’t prune plants the right …
Beautiful flower clusters from birds of Paradise are often used in bouquets, but the plants can also be grown indoors. It has lovely flowers that resemble birds, but it is mainly grown for its foliage in-home. However, to add a touch of tropical flair to your yard and house, consider adding some plants that resemble …
You may encounter the problem of the Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia) not blooming. This could be due to many factors, including the plant is too young or a lack of proper care. Most of the time, the plant does not receive enough light. Bird of Paradise can bloom at three years old, but it usually …
Bird of Paradise can be difficult to grow due to its large size and water-loving leaves. Because of its size, it will require a large amount of resources to maintain. How often do we water the Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia nicolai) with big leaves? It is best to water a Bird of Paradise plant when …
Big, bold, and brassy, Bird of Paradise needs regular repotting to keep those magnificent leaves and stunning flowers in full bloom! The question is, how often do you need to spruce up these tropical wonders? Bird of Paradise plants thrives when they are mildly rooted bound. Therefore, repotting every two to three years is the …
No tropical fantasy is complete without a stunning Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia nicolai). These gorgeous beauties look right at home next to a warm pool or in a posh hotel. But can they handle a winter vacation with more snow and frost than sand and sun? Bird of Paradise plants can’t withstand freezing weather. Your …
Taking care of the bird of paradise isn’t very difficult, but it can die on you at any time because of problems with how you care for it or how it grows in your home. It’s critical to understand the warning signs and how to save your dying bird of paradise. But, don’t worry; your …