"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Bird-of-paradise look as though they may take a lot of work to care for due to their size and exotic ...

Sunlight secrets: Bird of paradise thrives in bright, direct or very bright indirect light, ideally near east or south-facing windows. Insufficient light leads to slow, leggy growth. Soil and water: ...

Bird of Paradise are possibly the most popular plant for gardeners looking for giant lush leaves, but did you know there are different types of Bird of Paradise? The White Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia ...

We have ended up with a few “tweeners” – that is, plants that can be large shrubs or small trees. One of these is called the ...

Question: I have a front yard without a fence or wall. I’d like to line it with bird of paradise bushes. Can I use a cutting to start them growing or do I have to use seed? And if so, when would be ...

Why it matters: Habitat loss is a major factor in bird population decline, and our yards can play a role in reversing this trend. What to plant: Choose native plants that offer seeds, berries, nectar, ...

We have ended up with a few “tweeners” – that is, plants that can be large shrubs or small trees. One of these is called the ...