How to care for a Bird of Paradise

How To Care for a Bird of Paradise

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Sunlight requirements

Thrives in bright indirect to direct light.

Watering requirements

Water every 1-2 weeks, allowing soil to dry out between waterings. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light. This plant can benefit from extra humidity. Bird of Paradise can be sensitive to hard tap water. Try using filtered water or leaving water out overnight before using.

Is this plant pet-friendly?

This plant may NOT be suitable for a home with pets.

Fun Fact

The Bird of Paradise is named after the colorful, crane-like flowers it produces in its native environment.

Plant Origin

South Africa

Common Sad Plant Signs

Here's our list of solutions to common issues that may arise with the Bird of Paradise:
  • Splits along sides of leaves:

Normal adaptive precaution to help plant bear strong winds in its native habitat

  • Yellowing lower leaves, wet potting mix:

Overwatered

  • Wilting, curling leaves, dry potting mix:

Thirsty plant, underwatered