bird of paradise

Under glass grow in loam-based compost, in a large container, 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

No pruning required

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

May be susceptible to scale insects, glasshouse red spider mite and mealybugs

Generally disease free