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Nancy Boss on
April 16, 2016
Kissimmee, FL - outdoors with not much sun. The front of the house is in shade most of the time.Q.After the birds of paradise bloom…
Should we cut the stalk on which the bird of paradise blooms? How far down do we cut if we should cut it? Mine had three stalks and they all bloomed with 3 flowers on each stalk. I don't want to hurt them but do the stalks need to be cut? My plant is in a large pot outside. We live in Florida and though we had a few cold nights (for us), the plant did not seem to suffer at all. I need help in its care. Thank you.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
April 18, 2016A.Yes, you can prune or trim the spent flower stalks on your plant.
With a clean sharp knife cut the stem from the plant at the base or crown.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/bop/bird-of-paradise-pruning.htm
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- Asked by
grannytj9 on
May 4, 2016
sun city az. 85351Q.when to plant birds in az
When to plant birds in AZ. for best results? What time of year?
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Downtoearthdigs on
May 5, 2016A.Planting can be done spring through fall, though try to avoid the hottest part of the summer.
Here are some links with more information.
https://extension.arizona.edu/sites/extension.arizona.edu/files/pubs/az1634-2014.pdf
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May 8, 2016
94965Q.Bird of Paradise plant
I have a nice Bird of Paradise plant and I'd like to give 3 flowers as a bouquet to a friend. How (where on the plant stem is the right way to do this so that the stalks will grow back? Thank you, k
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Downtoearthdigs on
May 10, 2016A.Cut the Bird's from the plant with a clean sharp knife. Make the cut down at the base of the plant.
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Revrack2 on
May 13, 2016
32080Q.Bird of paradise
My bird of paradise just produced two big beautiful blooms at the end of the same stalk! Is this rare? I have never had any of mine do this.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
May 14, 2016A.It does happen to have multiple flowers on a stem.
I would consider it rare, though I have had several gardeners inquire about this here at Gardening Know How.
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Drhodes on
June 6, 2016
Youngsville LAQ.bird of paradise
What is wrong with a bird of paradise plant when the stalks turn brown? It has had 2 blooms on it earlier this year.
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Downtoearthdigs on
June 7, 2016A.Damage from improper fertilizing can harm the plant and cause browning on the plant.
If this is a new planting, it's important to reduce stress to the plant with proper watering and a well draining soil site.
Full sun can scorch the plant.
Aphids and crown borers can harm the plant. Keep the dead foliage removed from the base of the plant and 'wash' the plant with a spray of water to remove pests.Here is a link to refresh you on the care requirements.
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hensleyb on
July 16, 2016
92024Q.Giant Bird of paradise
Can I cut the main stalk of a giant bird of paradise to the ground?
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Downtoearthdigs on
July 17, 2016A.Yes, but this should be done when the plant is dormant.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/bop/bird-of-paradise-pruning.htm
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John Bailey on
July 18, 2016
Fresno Ca 93726Q.Red Mexican bird of paradise
How to propagate a new plant?
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Downtoearthdigs on
July 19, 2016A.Propagation is through either soft wood cuttings or seed.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/bop/mexican-red-bird-of-paradise.htm
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