Strelitzia nicolai (Bird of Paradise)
DUE TO THE SIZE AND WEIGHT OF THIS ITEM IT IS AVAILABLE FOR CLICK AND COLLECT OR LOCAL DELIVERY ONLY!
This photo is a stock file - the plants we have are taller than this and have more split leaves - I would come and see them instore if you have any queries
RATING: Moderate - Bird of Paradise can sometimes be a little tricky to care for.
LOVES: Bright light with some direct sunlight. They will enjoy warmth where possible.
HATES: Dry air - this plant loves humidity and would thrive in a conservatory or a glass house.
SIZE (approx): Pot diameter 27cm, plant height 165cm.
More information and care recommendations are below.
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Strelitzia are native to Southern African coastal forests, where they can grow up to 20 feet tall! As an indoor plant, they are more likely to grow to between 2 and 3 metres, with long sculptural stems and dark paddle-shaped leaves, making them a real statement plant for any home. This specific variety, Strelitzia Nicolai, is also known as a White Bird of Paradise or a Crane Plant due to its beautiful white flowers in the shape of flying birds.
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Care difficulty: Moderate - Strelitzia can be a little tricky to care for.
Light requirements: Strelitzia needs bright light, ideally with several hours of direct light per day. They will thrive in conservatories, or by a south-facing window.
Watering: Keep the soil moist but not soggy, allowing the top inch or two of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in the winter when the plant is not actively growing.
Hardiness: Strelitzia prefers warm temperatures and high humidity, so be careful not to place them near a cold draft or a radiator that may dry them out.
Size: Pot diameter 27cm, plant height 165cm. Can grow up to 2 meters indoors.
Humidity: These plants love high humidity, and benefit from being misted.
Toxicity: Toxic to pets.
Feeding: Feed once a month during the growing season (spring-summer) to encourage flowering.
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Free local delivery to Brighton & Hove homes and surrounding areas is available.
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Refunds & returns
Refunds are available for any plant or product with an obvious fault. The request must be made within 7 days via email or by phone.
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Please note: Refunds or exchanges can not be made on ‘Sale’ items.
