Bird of paradise care

Strelitzia reginae needs direct sun. Check the soil before you water.

This is general care advice. Check the label of your plant. Keep toxic plants away from pets and children.

Care at a glance

Botanical name: Strelitzia reginae
Other names: Crane flower, Strelitzia
Light: Direct sun. Put it at a bright south or west window. It needs several hours of direct sun to make flowers.
Soil check: Every 6 to 10 days in the growing season. The app learns the real time.
Humidity: Medium humidity
Feeding: Feed once a month in spring and summer. Do not feed in winter.

How does the soil feel 2 to 3 cm below the top?

Push a finger 2 to 3 cm into the soil. Feel if it is dry, damp or wet.

Dry: no soil sticks to your finger. Water the plant.
Damp: a little soil sticks to your finger. It feels cool. Do not water yet.
Wet: soil sticks to your finger and feels soggy, or you see water. Do not water. Check the drainage.

Do not water on a fixed day. Test the soil first. Read the soil check guide.

Use a rich, well-draining mix. Mix potting soil with perlite or bark.

Split leaves are normal. Wind or a dry room can cause more splits.
Curled leaves mean dry soil. Water well.
Young plants rarely flower. A plant needs several years of strong light to flower.

We do not know if this plant is safe for pets. Keep it away from pets and children.