We have planted giant bird of paradise next to our concrete pool, but I've read the roots are strong and could crack the concrete wall of the pool. Is this correct? Should we dig them out, as they are getting quite established now. many thanks Rika
I see that in some references but here is one that says they are suitable for poolside. I think it is more because of their size. Did you leave adequate room for a 30 foot tall and 15 foot wide tree?
There is a way to move bird of paradise, but it will have to be a very careful procedure. This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/bop/transplanting-birds-of-paradise.htm
http://hort.ufl.edu/database/documents/pdf/tree_fact_sheets/strnica.pdf
the seed? Are the seeds inside the pod or is this picture the whole seed?
Unfortunately, that is far from viable. Those seem to have been just barely starting to form.
If you can manage a pup from the original plant, this will be a far better way to propagate these. Seeds can be very difficult to work with here, and flowering can take 10 years from a seed-grown plant. By using an offshoot or division, you can guarantee a flowering specimen.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/bop/propagating-birds-of-paradise.htm
Read the article. What sort of fungicide is recommended? Southwest Florida locale. Tx. JP in FTMyers.
We don't recommend certain brands but check the fungicide label for treatment of leaf blight. You can also call your local extension agent and they will give recommendations.
Fungicides are best used for prevention or early intervention, suppression of the advance of the disease. Not for cure of active infections..
I have what appears to be a thriving (very tall and broad) indoor BOP plant but as it emits new leaves the majority of them split and only partially unfurl. I have three leaves now with unfurled points on them. I have read recommendations to spray them with light soapy water to loosen any gunk causing them to stick along with an increase in water. Is this correct and/or are there other suggestions to get them to open. They look very odd to say the least.
It can help to do so, but this is caused by a lack of humidity.
You will need to bring the humidity in the area up, way higher, than a typical house would be. A humidifier can help, drastically. A low tech method would be adding a tray filled with pebbles and water under the plant.
Here are some articles that will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/hpgen/raise-humidity-for-houseplants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/hpgen/houseplants-that-increase-humidity.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/bop/bird-of-paradise-as-a-houseplant.htm
I put my bird of paradise out not under 100 but all my leaves have curl up and gone all crispy does it mean it's dead
If you're saying it was put outside and got a chill that could explain the curling leaves.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/bop/leaf-curl-on-bird-of-paradise.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/bop/bird-paradise-plant-freeze.htm
Your plant may be rootbound and need to be repotted, but there could be other factors. This link will provide you with several different articles about Birds of Paradise that should help you identify the problem.
While transplanting could not dig out all broken tubal roots, still buried. Can these still buried roots start sprouting?
I think you're referring to the rhizomes of the plant and, yes, they can begin to sprout. Here's an article that may be helpful:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/bop/dividing-bird-of-paradise.htm
Hi! A part of the massive bird of paradise plant broke off outside during a storm. After 2 days I took it on and planted it in a pot. Now I read you are supposed to cut the stem off with a clear cut to avoid mould and bacteria. Should I take it out of the pot and cut it? Put something on the cut? Or leave it and hope for the best? Will it grow roots? I hope it will survive!! Help!
They won't do very well from cutting. Even in perfectly sterile environments, they have trouble striking. They are divided by division.
Be prepared to lose the rooting top, but provide the correct environment for the best chance.
Here are some articles that will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/bop/propagating-birds-of-paradise.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/projects/rooting-plant-cuttings.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/propagation/cuttings/root-stimulating-hormone.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/propagation/cuttings/honey-root-hormone.htm