BIRD OF PARADISE

SEASONALITY
➜ Available Year-Round

DESIGN TYPE
➜ Focal Flower

VASE LIFE
➜ Moderate to Long-Lasting

BLOOM SIZE
➜ 5–7in

STEM LENGTH
➜ 60–100cm

➜ Bird of Paradise can comfortably remain dry-packed for up to 2 days, though earlier hydration helps encourage the blooms to continue developing

➜ Give stems a fresh angled cut and hydrate for 4–6 hours before designing, allowing the thick stems plenty of time to fully drink

➜ Don't assume every petal will emerge from the bract on its own—it's common practice to gently coax unopened florets out by hand when they're mature and ready

➜ Process stems several days before your event whenever possible, giving additional florets time to emerge and extend the display

➜ Bird of Paradise is exceptional in tropical centerpieces, hotel lobby florals, ceremony entrances, resort-inspired installations, contemporary vase arrangements, and corporate event designs where bold architectural flowers create unforgettable impact

➜ Allow plenty of clearance around the flower head during transport—the projecting petals and beak-like structure are easily bruised if packed too tightly

➜ If using in foam, anchor the stem securely before adding surrounding flowers—the weight and height can create leverage that shifts mechanics during transport

➜ Keep stems in the cooler until production begins, but allow them to warm slightly before encouraging additional florets to open

POSITIVES ➜
♡ Extremely distinctive appearance
♡ Excellent longevity
♡ Strong visual impact
♡ Perfect for tropical themes

NEGATIVES ➜
✗ Not subtle in any known universe
✗ Requires adequate design space
✗ May overshadow nearby flowers
✗ Sometimes behaves like it expects its own dressing room

Why isn't my bird of paradise showing any color?
➜ Completely normal—birds are often harvested and shipped with their delicate petals still tucked inside the bract to keep them safe during their long journey to our cooler
➜ Some blooms may require gentle encouragement to fully emerge from the bract

Can I help a bird of paradise bloom open?
➜ Yes! You can gently encourage emerging bloom florets from the bract by hand once stems are fully hydrated—this is common practice and does not damage the flower when done carefully

Is bird of paradise long-lasting?
➜ With proper care, it generally offers excellent vase life

Can bird of paradise handle outdoor events?
➜ Yes, compared to many cut flowers, bird of paradise generally handles warm conditions relatively well, making it a popular choice for outdoor and tropical-inspired events

Can bird of paradise handle the cooler?
➜ Use caution—bird of paradise is a tropical flower and can be sensitive to chilling injury; extended exposure to temperatures that are too cold may result in discoloration or reduced performance

Can I use bird of paradise in smaller arrangements?
➜ You can, but scale matters—bird of paradise naturally commands attention and can quickly overpower smaller designs

Why is bird of paradise so expensive?
➜ Bird of paradise grows slowly, takes time to mature, requires significant growing space, and is often harvested by hand—you're paying for a flower that delivers significant visual impact with relatively few stems

☆ Creates instant focal points
☆ One stem can carry an entire arrangement
☆ A must-have for tropical and contemporary designs
☆ Adds architectural movement and structural interest
☆ Has absolutely no interest in sharing the spotlight

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☆ Bird of paradise belongs to the genus Strelitzia, named in honor of Queen Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, wife of King George III

☆ Each colorful "bird" is actually one of several individual florets that emerge from the same boat-shaped bract over time

☆ Professional florists often extend the beauty of each stem by manually revealing successive florets, making bird of paradise one of the few flowers that actively changes throughout an event with a little guidance