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The striking blooms of a bird of paradise plant (Strelitzia spp) make an impact whether cultivated indoors or outdoors. Native to South Africa, their flowers resemble tropical birds, coming in shades ...

Question: I have a front yard without a fence or wall. I’d like to line it with bird of paradise bushes. Can I use a cutting to start them growing or do I have to use seed? And if so, when would be ...