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Strelitzia nicolai – Bird of Paradise

Bring a tropical feel to your conservatory with Strelitzia nicolai, also known as the Bird of Paradise. Its large green leaves and upright growth make it a fantastic statement plant for conservatories, sunrooms and bright interiors.

At approximately 90cm in height, it is already an impressive feature plant and looks particularly striking when paired with a decorative planter.

Step-by-Step Care Guide

1. Light – Position in a bright area with plenty of natural light. A little direct sunlight is beneficial.
2. Water – Water when the top few centimetres of soil begin to dry. Avoid leaving the roots sitting in water.
3. Repot with Sybotanica Calathea & Maranta Mix –  providing a good balance of moisture, drainage and air around the roots.
4. Feed – The Sybotanica mix contains approximately 180 days of nutrients, so additional feeding is generally not required immediately after repotting. After this, introduce a suitable houseplant fertiliser during the growing season.
5. Keep Leaves Clean – Wipe the large leaves occasionally to remove dust and rotate the plant regularly to encourage balanced growth.

Recommended Sybotanica Products

Pair your Bird of Paradise with:

• Calathea & Maranta Mix – the recommended soil mix for Strelitzia
• Worm Castings – ideal for adding gentle organic nutrition when refreshing soil
• Perlite – adds extra drainage and aeration if you prefer an even more open mix

Plant Information

• Botanical Name: Strelitzia nicolai
• Common Name: Bird of Paradise
• Approx. Height: 90cm
• Position: Bright light
• Watering: Moderate
• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
• Pet Friendly: No

Please note: Strelitzia leaves naturally develop splits as they mature. Each plant is unique and may vary slightly in height, shape and foliage.