Enjoy BIRD OF PARADISE plants for their...
. long lasting flamboyant bird-like flowers >>> throughout growing season
. exceptional heat + drought + salt tolerance >>> hurricane tested
. blue-green leathery year-round foliage
. slow carefree habit >>> clumping growth to 3'+ [flowers held above foliage]
. easy-to-grow eco-friendly nature >>> considered pest-free + drought tolerant
. versatility >>> garden accent + containers + houseplant + poolside plantings
USDA plant hardiness zones: 9, 10 | considered winter hardy to 20 °F (-7°C)
Sunset plant hardiness zones: 22-24 [western states] - 12-21 with protection
LIGHT: full sun for best flower production [tolerates partial shade]
WATER: evenly moist to dry [avoid over watering in winter months]
SOIL: fertile + humus-rich + acid + well-drained
Botanical Name: Strelitzia reginae
Plant Family: Strelitziaceae - Bird of Paradise Family
Plant Origin/Nursery Cultivar: South Africa
a.k.a: Crane Flower, Birds of Paradise, Strelitzia, Orange Bird of Paradise
How to grow Bird of Paradise Plants:
. Select a location that provides adequate sunlight, water, and soil requirements [see above]
. Water regularly until established and during dry spells for optimum performance
. Fertilize monthly throughout growing season
. Divide infrequently [blooms best when crowded + may take several years to bloom]
. Maintain a mulch layer to conserve soil moisture and minimize pesky weeds
. Avoid unnecessary cultivation around plants once they're established
. Grow Bird of Paradise indoors or in winter-protected containers in colder climates
