How Do You Care For A Bird Of Paradise Plant?
A bird of paradise plant looks like a bird in flight; it is considered an evergreen plant as the leaves continuously stay green. Bird of paradise plants can grow up to 5 feet and can be used as the main focal attraction in a garden. Caring for a bird of paradise plant in northern zones requires certain considerations as it is normally a tropical plant. Plant bird of paradise plants in well-drained fertile soil at least 6 feet apart in a sunny or partially sunny location. If planted in partial shade, the plant will produce larger flowers; sunny locations will produce smaller flowers. Dig a hole in the ground two to three times the size of the root ball. Place the plant in the hole, making sure the top of the root ball is even with the ground. Fill the remaining hole with dirt, and water well. Bird of paradise plants can survive in temperatures as low as 24 degrees but only for a short time. For climates that experience more than one day at a time with temperatures below 30 degrees, plan