{"product_id":"bird-of-paradise-strelitzia-reginae-6-seeds","title":"Bird of Paradise - Strelitzia reginae (6 seeds)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrelitzia reginae\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003eBird of Paradise\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bird of Paradise is a tropical showstopper, known for its vivid orange and blue flowers that resemble a bird in flight. With large, glossy, banana-like foliage and bold, sculptural blooms, it adds an architectural, exotic presence to both indoor and outdoor spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to South Africa, this evergreen perennial performs well in warm gardens, patios, and bright indoor rooms. Once established, it tolerates dry conditions and coastal wind, rewarding growers with dramatic blooms and lush greenery through late spring and summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to bright, indirect light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow the top few centimetres of soil to dry between waterings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; tolerates drier air once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsiderations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protect from frost and strong wind; plants may take several years to bloom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre-Scarified Seed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌿 Optional: Use Gibberellic Acid (GA₃) for Seed Germination\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other Strelitzia species, Bird of Paradise seeds often germinate more reliably with hormonal assistance. A \u003cstrong\u003e500 ppm GA₃ soak for 24 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e can help activate the embryo and improve germination speed and uniformity — especially during cooler months or when seeds are slow to sprout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rasmussengardens.co.nz\/products\/gibberellic-acid-ga-0-5-g-seed-dormancy-breaker\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003cem\u003eClick here to purchase Gibberellic Acid (GA₃)\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee link for growing instructions: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rasmussengardens.co.nz\/blogs\/news\/how-to-germinate-strelitzia-bird-of-paradise-seeds\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e How to Germinate Strelitzia Seeds \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rasmussen Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47874791768215,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/2828\/4311\/files\/0001-6813282144263385093.png?v=1780875236","url":"https:\/\/junglestory.co.nz\/hi\/products\/bird-of-paradise-strelitzia-reginae-6-seeds","provider":"Jungle Story ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}