Bird of Paradise

Bird of Paradise plants thrive in bright, direct light and can even handle several hours of full sun indoors. Avoid direct sunlight during summer afternoons.

Best placement: Right next to a south or west-facing window. In cooler months, you can move them closer to direct sun for extra growth.

If light is too low: Leaves may remain small and growth will slow.

Water every 1–2 weeks, allowing the top 30–50% of soil to dry before watering again.
Bird of Paradises prefer consistent moisture during active growth but should never sit in soggy soil.

How to check: Push your finger into the soil — if the top half of the soil feels dry, it’s time to water.

Why this matters: In nature, they receive regular rainfall, prolonged drought indoors can cause leaf edges to brown, while overwatering can cause root rot.

Watering tip: When watering your plant, evenly water the entire soil mixture until you see water draining from the bottom of the nursery pot. After allowing all the excess water to drain out, discard that water.

Repot every 2–3 years, or when the roots are starting to come out of the nursery pot. Whichever comes first.

Why not repot right away? Bird of Paradise plants often experience mild transplant shock — waiting at least 6 months after receiving them allows for smoother adjustment.

Best time to repot: October to May, when the plant is actively growing.

Yes! Bird of Paradises benefit from regular fertilizing. If you live in the UAE, fertilize once a month from October to May, when your Bird of Paradise is actively growing.

During the peak summer months (June–September), growth will slow due to extreme heat, so reduce or pause fertilizing if your plant isn’t actively growing. Over-fertilizing can stress the plant and lead to leaf burn.

Yes, as a last resort — Bird of Paradises are moderately tolerant of UAE tap water, which contains chloramine. However, long-term exposure can still lead to leaf tip browning, so only use tap water if there are no other options.

Better options: Filtered water or distilled water, especially if you notice leaf tip browning.

To distill water, boil in a kettle at 100 degrees celsius and allow the water to cool down to room temperature overnight.

Yes — Bird of Paradises grow steadily and can reach 2–3m tall indoors over several years if given enough light, space, and care.

No — all parts of the Bird of Paradise are toxic to cats and dogs if ingested, potentially causing vomiting, lethargy, or other digestive issues. Keep away from pets.

Yellow leaves: Usually from overwatering, poor drainage, or insufficient light.
Brown edges or tips: Often caused by low humidity, inconsistent watering, or mineral build-up from tap water.
Splits in leaves: Completely normal — these help the plant withstand wind in its native environment.

If you ever need some extra help caring for your Bird of Paradise, feel free to send us a message on WhatsApp or book a plant care call with us.

Yes — while tolerant of normal indoor humidity, Bird of Paradise plants prefer moderate humidity to keep their large leaves healthy.

Why: Large leaves lose moisture quickly in dry air, leading to crispy edges.

Tip: Mist the leaves once a day to boost humidity.

Yes — as long as it’s not in the direct path of cold air from an AC vent. Cold drafts can stress the plant and cause leaf edge browning.