Giant Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia) Pruning and Light Management

Identification

8-year-old, 9 ft, finger-thick shoots, 3 ft leaves unfurling daily = White Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia nicolai).

Care

• Sagging old leaves: Normal gravity effect. Cut off for appearance—doesn't drain energy.
• Smaller new leaves: Less light than ideal. Plant can't support as much foliage.
• Fertilizer: Half-strength monthly max (you may be overdoing weekly).

Otherwise healthy—great job for 8 years!