Strelitzia Nicolai - Birds of Paradise 27cm

The very popular birds of paradise houseplant. It is an evergreen perennial with large paddle shaped leaves, and can grow to very tall over time, upwards of 1.5m. A lovely tropical looking houseplant, in summer impressive orange beak shaped flowers can bloom.

Habitat: Can grow to a mature size of more than 2m tall. Ideal for pots indoors.

Light: Bright indirect light.

Water: Water well about once a week, allowing the top layer of soil to dry out between waterings.

Humidity: High. Can mist plant 3 times a week to help create humidity minimise brown leaf tips.

Soil: Re-pot into Oderings houseplant potting mix

Fertiliser: Use a Liquid fertiliser once a month in the growing season

Flower Color: Orange and Blue

Pests:  Aphids are most common and can be found on new growth

Poisonous for pets: Mildly toxic to pets and humans if ingested.

Note: Picture is a guide only, plant size may differ from image.

Pot not included. 

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