Strelitzia Reginae | Bird Of Paradise | Houseplant

Strelitzia 'Reginae'

The Bird of Paradise is a bold and tropical houseplant known for its large, glossy green leaves that fan out beautifully, bringing a lush, jungle-like feel to indoor spaces. While it’s best known for its striking orange and blue flowers in the wild, as a houseplant it’s mainly grown for its dramatic foliage. Ideal for bright rooms, it makes a stunning statement in any home.

Provided in a 12cm pot

Please note: This plant is not pet safe
Individual plants may differ slightly in shape and size from the picture shown.

Care Instructions:

• Light Conditions☀️
  Bird of Paradise plants need plenty of bright light to thrive and, especially, to encourage flowering. A south or west facing window is ideal, offering ample natural light.
  They can handle some direct sunlight, especially morning or late afternoon sun.
  If you want your plant to flower, it needs at least 4-6 hours of direct sun or very bright indirect light each day.
  You might need to rotate the plant or provide some shade during the hottest parts of the day.
  
• Watering💧
  During spring and summer, the active growing season, keep the compost consistently moist but not saturated. In warm weather, the plant's large leaves can lose a lot of water through transpiration, so daily watering may be necessary.
  Gradually reduce watering in autumn, and during the winter dormancy period, allow the compost to dry out fairly well between waterings. Underwatering can cause leaves to curl, split, and turn brown.
  Allow any excess water to drain away.
  
• Humidity💦
  Strelitzias appreciate a humid atmosphere, although they can often tolerate average household humidity.
  If you need to increase your humidity levels you can use a humidifier or you could consider regularly misting your plant if the indoor air is dry.
  You can also place your plant on a tray of pebbles and water to increase the humidity levels.
  
• Temperature🌡️
  Being tropical plants, Strelitzias need warmth consistently. They thrive in temperatures between 18-30°C.
  They also appreciate good ventilation, particularly when temperatures are high.
  Avoid cold draughts, air conditioners or heaters as this plant is sensitive to temperature fluctuations.
  
• Fertilising🌱
  Strelitzias are hungry plants and require regular feeding during the spring and summer growing season.
  Apply a small dose of fertiliser fortnightly.
  
• Additional Care➕
  Wipe leaves occasionally with a damp cloth to remove dust and improve photosynthesis.
  Repot every 2-3 years, or when root bound, in well-draining soil to accommodate growth and refresh nutrients.
  Remove any dead, yellowing, or damaged leaves with clean tools to maintain a tidy appearance and encourage healthier growth.