Bird of paradise flower

Bird of Paradise flower for sale?

Bird of Paradise plants for sale at Flowerbulbsinc.co.uk. Bird of Paradise is a stunning and exotic houseplant native to South Africa. Their beautiful orange and blue coloured flowers resemble the head of a paradise bird and their large leathery leaves are also very eye-catching. Strelizia is a great focus plant, that will definitely add a touch of the tropics to your home. This exotic plant is not winter hardy, which means that it is not suitable for planting in the garden. But as a houseplant, in a pot on your patio or balcony during summer or in a conservatory it is a definite must-have.

Divide Bird of Paradise plant

Bird of Paradise plants can be easily divided. Strelizia needs to be re-potted every four years. An excellent time to propagate the plant. Here’s the ‘how to’:

• Rinse the roots gently and remove old soil
• Divide the rhizomes by cutting them with a sharp knife and make sure each rhizome has roots
• Add a growth promoter if you wish and replant the rhizomes separately in little pots
• Be sure to not let the soil dry out or give too much water after propagation

The first weeks after replanting Bird of Paradise plants they need a little extra care. Be sure to water well and place them in a warm, light place. Once new leaves begin to grow, you know that the transplantation has been successful. Would you like to own a Bird of Paradise plant? Buy yours now at Flowerbulbsinc.co.uk.