How to Propagate Bird of Paradise: A Step-By-Step Guide

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I am here with another informative topic that will help you in your gardening field. Have you ever heard of the bird of paradise plant in your home garden? If not, then you should grow it as it is one of the famous plants. The Bird of Paradise are tropical flower that is somehow similar to the banana plant. 

You can grow your bird of paradise in containers and hanging baskets as well. Bird of Paradise has beautiful and large leaves that are 12-18 inches tall. 

So, if you want to benefit from the bird of paradise then read this guide so that you grow this plant at home. Maintenance of the bird of paradise is important. So, let’s get started to know more about them. 

Common Name	Bird of Paradise, crane flower
Botanical Name	Strelitzia reginae
Family	Strelitziaceae
Plant Type	Perennial
Mature Size	3.5-6 ft. tall, 3-4 ft. wide
Sun Exposure	Full, partial
Soil Type	Loamy
Soil pH	Acidic
Bloom Time	Late winter to early spring
Flower Color	Orange, white
Hardiness Zones	10-12 (USDA)
Native Area	Africa
Toxicity	Toxic to cats, dogs

Bird of Paradise: Why You Should Propagate it?

As you know, the bird of Paradise is one of the stunning plants to propagate in a home garden, but there should be a valid reason why you should propagate it. 

So one of the foremost reasons to propagate this variety as this plant will remain in new areas for various years. It will not die after a few years so you can enjoy its benefits.

Secondly, it will help you know more about the plant and also the growing guide for the plant so that humans maintain the growth of the plant in the coming years.

When you propagate this variety then you will see that the roots are emerging from the pot or they will split which is one of the other reasons why you should propagate this variety. 

You can propagate this amazing stunning plant to add elegance to your area and you will be happy to know that if you plant more and more seeds, then you will able to grow more and more plants in your home garden. 

What is the Best Time to Propagate Bird of Paradise?

Before moving forward, you should be aware of the best time to propagate the bird of paradise. It is suggested that you need to divide the bird of paradise plant at the time of early spring. It is that time when the plant’s growth has begun to appear. So, I must say that this would be the appropriate time to propagate your plant. 

You will be happy to know that this stunning plant can be propagated in various ways, depending on the time of year you are doing so. The indoor bird of paradise will propagate well in the pots or containers and the growth will appear sooner in the plant. 

Some of the best ways to propagate this variety are through seeds, stem cuttings, or even through division. So, last but not least, you have to choose the right time to propagate your plant. 

How to Propagate Bird of Paradise?

Below are the methods to propagate Bird of Paradise. They are as follows:

Method 1: Through Seeds 

One of the easiest ways to propagate the bird of paradise in your home garden is with the help of seeds. 

Yes, seeds can help you in growing your favorite plant in your garden. So, below are the steps that you have to follow for growing a bird of paradise: 

Step 1– First, place the seeds in your refrigerator for 14 days. It will set the temperature of the seeds so that they get ready to germinate.

Step 2– Then, remove the seeds so that they attain a normal temperature. Put them in the lukewarm water for two hours. 

Step 3– Then, pull the cost of the seed with any sterilized knife. It will help the seeds germinate faster. 

Step 4– Now, it is the right time to plant those seeds in the container with should be filled with seed-growing compost. 

Step 5- Make sure you are placing the seeds about an inch deep and keep a space of 1 inch between them.

Step 6- Now, water the plant so that the roots come out and you see that the seeds are germinating. 

Step 7- After the seeds germinate after 4 to 8 weeks, you will observe some leaves on them which you have to remove so that they can be planted in their containers for more growth. 

Methos 2: Through Division

This is another way of propagating your bird of paradise. So. you have to follow the below steps for propagating the plant through division. They are as follows: 

Step 1- Choose the cuttings and then you have to put the rooting hormone on the open cuts. 

Step 2- Then you have to see that each division should contain the roots attached to it. 

Step 3– Then choose different pots for your plant so that you can put them in each pot. 

Step 4- It is suggested to keep each division in a clean pot that too filled with the well-drained potting mix. 

Step 5- Water every division or you can let the cuts heal themselves with water for some time. 

Step 6- After that time, you can water the plant and provide it with a good amount of fertilizer for vigorous growth. 

How to Care for Bird of Paradise in Your Garden?

Caring for your plant is important as it will feed you with the desired results. They are as follows: 

Sunlight needs

• Bird of Paradise requires a good amount of direct sunlight for its growth. 
• Being a tropical plant, it needs sunshine to grow well. 
• Also, they can even tolerate partial shade. 

Soil needs

• Soil is the medium by which the plants grow healthy. The ideal soil is important to choose for your plant. 
• Well-drained soil is important to provide to your plant so that the plant does not become waterlogged. 
• In the time of summer, the plant needs more water as it will help in preventing drainage. 

Watering needs 

• Bird of paradise has to be given a good amount of water, especially at the time of summer or dry times.
• The plant needs regular watering for its growth. 
• At the time of winter, you have to lessen the watering frequency. 
• Water the plant when the soil is dry and that can be checked by inserting a finger inside the soil about an inch deep. 

Fertilizer needs

• Fertilizer is needed by the plant so that there is vigorous growth of the plant. 
• When the plant is growing actively in its season, you have to fertilize them with organic fertilizer. 

Pruning needs

• Pruning is needed so that the plant attains its healthy shape and size. 
• Trim off all the dead and decayed leaves from the plant so that the plant does not remain infected. 
• Make use of sharp and sterilized scissors for pruning your plant. 

How Often Do Birds of Paradise Bloom?

The bird of paradise is one of the easiest plants to grow but on the same side, it needs some care so that it blooms occasionally. When it becomes mature, then it will begin to bloom in the late winter and springtime. 

The flowers for the bird of paradise can last for about 4 weeks which will change the look of your garden area with its colorful blooms. But in the summertime, it will not bloom as it develops new leaves at that time. 

But what you need to consider is the appropriate conditions for your plant so that the plant blooms for a long. You can cut back the dead affected flower so that others look beautiful. 

Wrapping up the context 

In this guide, you come to know that birds of paradise are tropical flowers that are somehow similar to the banana plant. You can grow your bird of paradise in containers and hanging baskets as well. 

Bird of Paradise has beautiful and large leaves that are 12-18 inches tall. Read the guide to knwo about the best ways to propagate the bird of paradise. I hope you are clear with the guide.

Thanks for reading! Happy Gardening!

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