![]() Just don’t overwater and keep it sopping wet, which is a sure way to kill it! ![]() Because it’s native to arid regions with dry air, it’s pretty forgiving if you forget to water. ![]() You'll eventually get a feel for how often it needs a drink. So, get a moisture meter or start out by watering every couple of weeks, suggests Tackoor. These are sold in larger pots (not really tabletop pots), so it can be difficult to tell when it needs watered because you typically can’t jab a finger way into the pot like you can with other houseplants. Water only when the pot gets about halfway dry. How should I care for a bird of paradise plant?Īlthough this is a tropical plant, it actually prefers to remain a little more on the dry side. Bring it back indoors before nighttime temperatures go below 60 degrees. If you plan to move it outdoors to your patio for the summer (which isn’t necessary), gradually acclimate it to full sun over a week or two, slowly giving it more hours of sun so it doesn’t get burned. Like most tropical plants, it doesn’t do well in a dark room, so place it near a sunny south, east, or west-facing window or invest in an inexpensive LED grow light. It’s tolerant of different light conditions but prefers moderate to bright light, says Tackoor. What kind of light does bird of paradise plant need?
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