With its large, fan-like leaves, the strelitzia has long been one of the most popular houseplants. It brings a touch of ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Very few plants command attention in your home and garden like the unusual and captivating ...

The popular houseplant has orange or yellow blossoms that jut out over paddle-like leaves. Bird of paradise (Strelitzia reginae) is an eye-catching tropical plant. Recognized by its orange and yellow ...

Bird-of-paradise generally thrive in standard indoor temperatures. However, it's important to keep them away from air vents ...

Q: I am so jealous! I visited my sister at her home in Phoenix recently. On the patio in her backyard she has several hanging bougainvillea and then ringing the patio slab she has several biggish pots ...

Question: Our bird of paradise is producing buds with blooms that won’t open. What could be the problem? Answer: Many gardeners have birds that fail to produce buds, but it’s the worst when you get so ...

Orange Bird of Paradise are rarely sold outside of the tropics. Make no mistake, they’re incredibly common in climates where they grow well (think Florida and California). They don’t have the instant ...

Question: I would like to grow several orange-flowered bird of paradise plants in a yard where they would receive full sun all day. Would this be a good spot and what would the plants need to flower?