Strelitzia

The large, exotic flowers resemble an origami-type bird of blue and orange about to take flight. Related to the banana, Bird of Paradise has upright, leathery leaves that add a tropical feel to any patio garden.

The red bird of paradise (Caesalpinia pulcherrima) and yellow (Caesalpinia gilliesii) have the same size and shape, but the yellow-blossoming species is hardier. Both are tropical, drought-tolerant plants with bright, hot-colored blooms.

Common names include Strelitzia , Crane Flower or Bird of Paradise , though these names are also collectively applied to other species in the genus Strelitzia . * Strelitzia reginae is a monocotyledonous flowering plant indigenous to South Africa .

Common names include Strelitzia , Crane Flower or Bird of Paradise , though these names are also collectively applied to other species in the genus Strelitzia . * Strelitzia reginae is a monocotyledonous flowering plant indigenous to South Africa .

White Bird of Paradise thrives in bright light and will eventually grow 5 to 7 feet tall. Heres a tip: NASA researchers recommend at least one houseplant for every 100 square feet to improve the air quality in your home.

The central trunk is topped by fan-shaped, banana-like leaves that grow on thick leaf stalks. Although it can grow 20-30' tall in southern zones, Traveler's Palm can be maintained at 5-7' tall in a large container.

It is probably best suited to landscape plantings in only the mildest winter climates and may freeze to the ground if temperatures reach the mid to low 20 o F's. Young plants of the Narrow-Leaved Bird of Paradise, Strelitzia juncea , may resemble the...

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It can also handle drought and salt, making it a good accent plant near pools or the ocean.Full sun and warm temperatures work best for giant white bird of paradise. They should be allowed to dry out between waterings.

When you do prune, remove dead foliage and spent flower stalks. This will generally require that you water the plant once a week when grown in the ground. Always follow the package directions on the fertilizer, as too much can burn plant roots and damage...

It's a striking plant, so it can be a real blow when it falls victim to a disease and stops looking its best. The most common disease is. , also known as Strelitzia, is a beautiful and truly unique looking plant.

Indoor houseplant fertilizers fall into two groups: water soluble quick release, and granular slow release fertilizers. Regular potting mix with compost works well for plants potted in containers.

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In sunny locations, bird of paradise grows shorter stems and produces smaller flowers.Protect bird of paradise plants any time temperatures drop toward freezing. In warm climates, the plant grows and flowers best in partial shade.

Once you've removed any dead roots or foliage, wash the roots of your giant white bird of paradise divisions in room temperature water.Brush the wounds of your giant white bird of paradise plant divisions with a rooting hormone to encourage them to form...

Water plants before and after applying granular fertilizer. Use organic materials such as. You can provide that natural fertilizer in your garden with a layer of mulch and regular feedings., when planted in your garden, will benefit from a 2- to 3-inch...

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It is in proportion to its plate, and ideally decorated with flowers or other ornamentation of the proper scale in colors that will contrast with the icing. Suppose, for instance, one decides to bake a cake from scratch.

N! And then what if in a year or a month, it's a new one? Simply spraying a plant down with you favorite bug juice will not work, usually, as the bugs are on the OTHER side of the leaves.

And cats simply don't like them.There are few very toxic trees one can grow, but I don't grow too many myself.Scheffleras are on the endless plant toxic list for the same reason as most of the above foliage plants- oxylates.My tree is out front away from...