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🌱 Giant White Bird of Paradise Care
(Strelitzia nicolai)
Light
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Bright light to full sun is best
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Can handle several hours of direct sun indoors near large windows
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Low light = slower growth and smaller leaves
Water
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Water when the top 2–3 inches of soil are dry
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Likes regular watering but does not tolerate soggy soil
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Reduce watering in winter
Humidity
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Average indoor humidity is fine
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Higher humidity helps keep leaf edges from browning
Temperature
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Prefers 65–90°F
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Protect from cold drafts and temperatures below 55°F
Soil
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Well-draining potting mix
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Adding perlite or sand helps prevent compaction
Fertilizer
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Feed monthly in spring and summer
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Follow package instructions for your chosen fertilizer
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Pause feeding in fall and winter
Growth Habit
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Upright, clumping growth
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Leaves may naturally split—this is normal and helps prevent wind damage
Maintenance
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Wipe leaves regularly to remove dust
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Rotate plant for even growth
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Remove damaged or older leaves at the base
Toxicity
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Mildly toxic to pets if ingested