The Bird of Paradise plant, or strelitzia, is a large and gorgeous foliage plant that looks just as majestic indoors in a pot, as it does outside in the garden. This plant is famous for its round palm-like leaves and its brightly-coloured architectural flowers that bloom to look like tropical birds – earning the strelitzia the household name of ‘Bird of Paradise’ plant.

How to care for a Bird of Paradise outside

The garden experts at Bunnings suggest popping you strelitzia in a suitably warm and sunny position, and don’t forget to keep it watered in summer.

• Strelitzia prefer warm temperatures and sheltered areas that don’t get cold.
• Strelitzia prefer light, free-draining soil with an extra bit of fertilizer or compost every three months during growing season.
• Keep the plant in a warm and sunny position, away from draughts.
• Will tolerate minimal shade.
• Strelitzia like moisture during hot weather.