Propagation Bird Of Paradise Rhizome You can propagate birds of paradise by dividing an adult plant or cultivating them from seeds.

Propagation bird of paradise rhizome Disinfect a sharp knife in a solution of 1 part bleach to 9 parts water before dividing to.

Propagation bird of paradise rhizome. White bird of paradise needs plenty of room to grow and develop. Sprinkle some rooting hormone on the open cuts. Propagating bird of paradise cuttings should take place in early spring by severing a piece of rhizome with a sharp clean knife. Each division should have a fan with attached roots.

Root division is the simplest way to propagate a giant bird of paradise but keeping in mind that the plant can grow to 30 feet tall that may not be saying much. Propagation by division will produce flowers in two to three years while propagation will take considerably longer up to 10 years. You can create new plants by removing young suckers from the plant or by digging up old clumps and separating the underground rhizomes with a sharp knife. Dividing bird of paradise plants is best accomplished on mature plants that have been previously blooming for at least three years.