Birds of Paradise do best with at
least four hours of direct sunlight a day, but should have bright light all day,
with day temperatures of 68-72° and night temperatures of 50° to 55°. Generally
they are hardy to about 20°. They flower more readily when they are somewhat
root bound, which is why they are more often grown in large pots or tubs. Birds
of Paradise should be potted in a mixture of sterile potting soil, peat moss,
and sand with a liberal amount of bone meal added. Excellent drainage is
essential. Keep the soil evenly moist except from November-February when the
plant should be kept on the dry side. Feed every two weeks from March through
September with a balanced (10-10-10) fertilizer. Plants are propagated by
divisions and seed, neither of which is difficult. Divisions may take two years
to reach blooming size, when grown from seed it will take from seven to ten
years before you see your first flower.
Source: The Garden Helper
Tropical Flowers "Birds of
Paradise"
Grower: Mr. William Commerford
Product: TURF PRO
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