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Strelitzia (Bird of Paradise) Repotting, Size, and Bloom Timeline

Repotting Now

Roots emerging from the bottom signal it's time. Move up one pot size only—Strelitzia prefers snug quarters. Empty the saucer within an hour of watering.

Growth Expectations

Orange-flowering types: 5–6 ft tall eventually.
White-flowering types: 10–12 ft tall.

Blooming Indoors

Requires intense sun and 10–12 years maturity. Unlikely in typical homes, but the foliage is dramatic.

Care Resources

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