Exotic and refined: how to care for Strelitzia in your garden

Strelitzia is an exotic beauty native to South Africa, where it is proud to be the national flower. Its striking flowers, reminiscent of birds or ships, make this plant a real gem of any indoor collection.

Fortunately, Strelitzia is unpretentious in its care, so even beginners can grow it. By following these simple rules from the zaxid.net website, you can grow a lush and blooming Strelitzia at home that will become a real decoration of your interior.

Here are some tips to help you create favorable conditions for the successful growth and flowering of your royal flower:

Lighting:

• Strelitzia loves bright, but not direct sunlight.

• The ideal place for it is near a south window with shading during the hot hours of the day.
• Direct sunlight can burn the leaves, so it should be avoided.

Temperature:

• The optimal temperature for Strelitzia is between +18°C and +24°C.
• In winter, the temperature should not drop below +13°C.

Watering:

• Water Strelitzia moderately, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
• Waterlogging can lead to root rot and should be avoided.

• Use a pot with drainage holes.
• Water the soil, not the leaves.
• In winter, the frequency of watering can be reduced.

Soil:

• Strelitzia need well-drained soil that is rich in nutrients.
• You can use ready-made potting soil or make your own mix of:
  • 2 parts potting soil;
  • 1 part high-moor peat
  • 1 part sand;
  • 1/2 part perlite.

Fertilization:

• Feed Strelitzia with a complex fertilizer for indoor plants once a month during the growing season (spring to fall).

Repotting:

• Repot Strelitzia every 2-3 years when the root system fills the pot.
• Choose a pot 1-2 sizes larger than the previous one.

Pruning:

• Strelitzia does not need pruning, except for the removal of damaged or dry leaves.

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