Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia)

Bird of paradise is loved for its bold foliage and striking, bird-like blooms. But when those flowers never appear, the impact falls flat. From low light and drought stress to poor soil and cramped roots, we explore seven common reasons these plants fail to bloom – and how to fix them – in this guide. Read more now.

If you love bird of paradise plants you may wish to consider propagating them at home to increase your stock. Unlike many plants, Strelitzia species can’t be propagated via stem cuttings but you can sow seeds or divide existing plants. Learn more about how to propagate bird of paradise in this guide. Read more now.

If you need to move your bird of paradise plant to a different location in your landscape, you’ll need to do it right to ensure the health of your specimen. In this guide, we’ll cover how to transplant your Strelitzia species, including preparation of the new spot and the ideal time to undertake this task. Read more now.

Without the proper fertilization, a bird of paradise plant won’t reach its full aesthetic potential. But a gardener who gives their plant the food that it needs will have one handsome specimen on their hands. In our guide, we’ll cover reasons for fertilizing, what you’ll need, and how to get it done. Read more now.

Dividing your bird of paradise is a great way to acquire more plants to add to the garden. In this guide, we’ll show you how to go about dividing mature Strelitzia. Reasons for dividing, necessary tools, timing, and techniques are all covered in depth, so the necessary know-how is at your fingertips. Read more now.

Unfortunately, the leaves of a bird of paradise can turn yellow at times. In this guide, we’ll go over the causes of yellowing leaves, including disease, pests, and improper nutrition. We’ll also cover techniques and methods for fixing these issues. When equipped with the proper know-how, you have no reason to fear!

Birds of paradise are very attractive to both gardeners and pests. In our guide to Strelitzia pests, you’ll learn how to prevent infestations and manage the pesky bugs already present on your birds of paradise. From pest identification to control protocols, we’ll provide all the know-how you could possibly need.

Birds of paradise are vulnerable to disease, which can hinder their beauty. Luckily, many Strelitzia diseases can be prevented with some simple prevention and control techniques. After reading our guide to keeping birds of paradise healthy, you’ll be ready to cultivate pathogen-free Strelitzia in your garden.

Bird of paradise blooms are magnificent! In our guide to deadheading a bird of paradise, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know in order to remove spent Strelitzia blooms and keep plants looking their best. Reasons for deadheading, essential tools, timing, and techniques are all covered here. Read more now.

Bird of paradise is an elegant plant to have in the garden, so learn how to keep it that way in our Strelitzia pruning guide. We’ll go over the reasons for pruning, the necessary pruning tools, proper timing for pruning, and the techniques that you can use to keep your birds of paradise looking fresh.