{"product_id":"bird-of-paradise","title":"Bird of Paradise","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"plant-article\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f4f7f4; padding: 15px; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; border-left: 5px solid #7FA15A;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold; color: #7fa15a; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9em;\"\u003eLevel: Easy \/ Architectural Foliage\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-around; margin-top: 10px; font-size: 0.85em; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e☀️\u003cbr\u003eBright Direct\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e💧\u003cbr\u003eWater Every 1-2 Wks\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e🌴\u003cbr\u003eBanana-Like Leaves\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e⚠️\u003cbr\u003eToxic to Pets\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #333;\"\u003eBird of Paradise\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"intro\"\u003eBird of Paradise (Strelitzia species) has massive, glossy, banana-like leaves and a towering, upright growth habit that transforms any room into a lush, tropical statement space. Its architectural beauty and dramatic scale make it the ultimate focal-point plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"benefits\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #7fa15a;\"\u003eWhy People Like Bird of Paradise\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"benefit-list\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"benefit-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌴 Dramatic Tropical Foliage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge, paddle-shaped leaves fan out into a striking, high-impact focal point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"benefit-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e👑 Architectural Height\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts upright, structural form adds vertical dimension and a modern aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"benefit-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e☀️ Loves Bright Light\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrives in bright light, perfect for sunny south or west-facing windows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"benefit-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💚 Surprisingly Hardy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResilient and forgiving of the occasional missed watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"cta-button\" style=\"background-color: #7fa15a; color: white; padding: 15px 30px; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 5px; display: inline-block; font-weight: bold;\" href=\"#cta\"\u003eAdd This to Your Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 10px; color: #666;\"\u003e🇨🇦 Local Pickup in Richmond Hill | Insured Shipping Across Ontario and Quebec\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"details-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #7fa15a;\"\u003eAll the Details You Need to Know\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eThe Story Behind This Plant\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNative to the subtropical coastal regions of South Africa, Bird of Paradise belongs to the genus Strelitzia. Its name comes from the crane-like flowers of Strelitzia reginae, which resemble the head of a tropical bird. Strelitzia nicolai, the Giant Bird of Paradise, can reach up to 10 feet indoors with banana-like leaves, while Strelitzia reginae typically stays a more manageable 3-6 feet. Natural leaf splitting is a common, healthy trait that helps the plant withstand high winds in the wild.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow to Keep It Happy\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight: Requires very bright light, including several hours of direct morning or late afternoon sun. A south or west-facing window is ideal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater: Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 inches of soil are dry. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot, and reduce watering in cooler winter months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHumidity: Prefers 50-70% humidity but tolerates average household levels. Increase humidity if leaf edges become crispy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil: Use a rich, well-draining tropical mix, or a blend of potting soil, perlite, and bark.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003ePopular Plant Varieties\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mygreenscape.ca\/products\/ficus-shivereana-moonshine\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFicus Shivereana Moonshine\u003c\/a\u003e – Elegant variegated leaves with soft green patterns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mygreenscape.ca\/products\/philodendron-pink-princess\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePhilodendron Pink Princess\u003c\/a\u003e – Stunning pink variegated foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mygreenscape.ca\/products\/alocasia-silver-dragon\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAlocasia Silver Dragon\u003c\/a\u003e – Silvery leaves with prominent veins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mygreenscape.ca\/products\/artistica\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eArtistica Orchid\u003c\/a\u003e – Elegant blooms with soft pastel hues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"faq-voice-search\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; border-top: 1px solid #eee; padding-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #7fa15a;\"\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.1em; color: #7fa15a;\"\u003eIs Bird of Paradise toxic to cats and dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It's mildly toxic to pets if ingested, potentially causing nausea and vomiting, so keep it out of reach of curious cats and dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\" style=\"margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.1em; color: #7fa15a;\"\u003eWhy are the leaves splitting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is completely natural. It's a survival trait from the wild and not a sign of poor health, though low humidity can make it more pronounced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\" style=\"margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.1em; color: #7fa15a;\"\u003eWhy are the leaves curling?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCurling usually signals underwatering or low humidity, as the plant curls its leaves to conserve moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\" style=\"margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.1em; color: #7fa15a;\"\u003eHow often should I fertilize it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery 2-4 weeks during spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer. Reduce or stop feeding in fall and winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cta-section\" id=\"cta\" style=\"margin-top: 40px; padding: 20px; background: #f9f9f9; border-radius: 8px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #7fa15a;\"\u003eBring Home Tropical Grandeur\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe hand pick each Bird of Paradise and pack it carefully so it arrives in good shape anywhere in Ontario or Quebec.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"cta-button\" style=\"background-color: #7fa15a; color: white; padding: 15px 40px; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 5px; display: inline-block; font-weight: bold;\" href=\"#\"\u003eShop Bird of Paradise Now\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mygreenscape | Buy Plants Online","offers":[{"title":"4\" - Pot Small \/ White","offer_id":45897098723517,"sku":"PB0173S","price":18.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6\" Pot - Medium \/ White","offer_id":45897098756285,"sku":"PB0174S","price":45.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4\" - Pot Small \/ Yellow","offer_id":45897098789053,"sku":"PB0175S","price":15.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4\" - Pot Small \/ Orange","offer_id":45897098821821,"sku":"PB0176S","price":18.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6\" Pot - Medium \/ Yellow","offer_id":45897098854589,"sku":"PB0177S","price":30.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6\" Pot - Medium \/ Orange","offer_id":45897098887357,"sku":"PB0178S","price":30.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0689\/6946\/3997\/files\/BirdOfParadise_Small_8bea2b3a-723a-416e-9511-1a149b307a85.jpg?v=1762456409","url":"https:\/\/shoppa.ca\/products\/bird-of-paradise","provider":"Shoppa.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}