white bird of paradise

Under glass grow in loam-based compost, in a large container or greenhouse bed, in full light with shade from hot sun. During growth, water freely and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly. Top dress annually and repot every second year. Water sparingly in winter and ventilate when temperatures exceed 20°C. Can be grown outdoors in a frost-free, moist but well-drained, fertile soil with protection from strong winds. See strelitzia cultivation

No pruning required

Propagate by seed sown at 18-21°C in spring or division of rooted suckers in spring

May be attacked by scale insects, glasshouse red spider mite and mealybugs

Generally disease free