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Bird of Paradise 5 ½ - 6 ft tall Extra Large Sahara
With long elegant leaves rising up from the bottom, the Bird of Paradise is a popular indoor plant for creating that instant jungle atmosphere. Imperfect like nature herself, this plant exhibits large foliage with natural splits and curls.
Note: this plant is best appreciated for its overall shape and beauty. Imperfect details of the leaves is natural for all living plants, though a more apparent feature of the Bird of Paradise.
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Easy Care
Beginners. The Bird of Paradise is a resilient plant, perfect for beginners
45-day Guarantee
Living plants need time to adapt to changing conditions. If your plant doesn't settle in comfortably within the first 45 days, we'll replace it.
Made to Order
Each and every order is hand-selected, inspected for health, treated for insects, pruned, cleaned and staged in your choice of planter.
Arrives Protected
Custom-designed packaging secures your plant and planter to prevent shifting, soil displacement, and damage during transit.
Califiornia Sourced
Your orders are prepared in our workshops in Los Angeles, CA.
All our plants are grown in California under ideal conditions and responsibly.
We prioritize for our pots and accessories handmade craftsmanship.
Plant Doctor
Our houseplants are unique, and so are you. Each of our green plants is pampered and delivered with care. Our Plant Doctor is available for personalized and ongoing support to keep your houseplant thriving and looking great.
Plant Details & Size
- Overall size from bottom of pot to the top leaf: 5 ½ - 6 ft tall
- Nursery pot ⌀: 14 in
- Live, fully grown, healthy plant · Grown in the USA
- Native to subtropical South Africa
- Botanical name: Strelitzia nicolai
*Please note that our plants are live and naturally grown (not artificial), so each one is unique, and shape or appearance may vary. While we aim to deliver plants within ±10% of the listed height, this cannot be fully guaranteed. If you have specific preferences or questions about plant height, please reach out, we're happy to assist.
Is This the Right Plant for You?
The Bird of Paradise has bright and striking split leaves that resemble that of a banana tree. It is a resilient plant and with consistent care, will often reward you with fresh new leaves. In maturity and with enough light, the Bird of Paradise will produce these exotic blue-and-white flower, resembling the head of a crane.
Difficulty: Beginners
The Bird of Paradise is a resilient plant, perfect for beginners
Pets
Careful with pets.
The plant may cause mild irritation if ingested.
Light
Prefers lots of bright light · View Light Guide
Pot Design & Size
The Dune Collection blurs the line between planter and sculpture. Its generous proportions and timeless forms elevate greenery into an intentional design statement.
This plant set comes with staging materials for extra height and a perfect fit.
Dimensions- Exterior Dimensions: 23.5 in x 23.5 in x 17.8 in
- Interior Diameter: 15 in
- Made of marine grade fiberglass, extremely durable yet lightweight, suitable for all types of climates
- Finished with a layer of UV protection to maintain its color and surface
- Suitable for indoor and outdoor use
- Completely waterproof, won't leak on furniture or floor
- No drainage hole - staging method recommended for plant's health and longevity
Care Essentials
Light
Prefers lots of bright light · View Light Guide
Water
Water evenly when top of soil is dry, about once a week
Care Guide
Find more information in the complete care guide for the Bird of Paradise.
Must-Know Before Buying
Note: Each plant is a unique work of nature, admired for its distinctive shape and inherent beauty. Slight imperfections in the leaves, such as minor blemishes or irregularities, are natural and contribute to the plant's character. These features are a testament to the plant's living essence and should be cherished as part of its charm.
Plant and pot ship separately, minimum assembly necessary.
Introducing the Dune Collection
A sculptural series of planters inspired by iconic dune landscapes and the quiet beauty of natural stone. A standout addition to our timeless smooth ceramics and modern silhouettes, Dune brings rich texture into the collection through its gently striated surface and soft sandy finish, evoking hand-carved stone and sun-washed landscapes. Crafted from lightweight fiberglass, each planter offers the refined look of sculpted stone with effortless practicality. Available in three distinct forms, Dune adds warmth, depth, and architectural character to statement plants and indoor trees.
What's included
When you purchase a plant from Léon & George, each order is prepared with the utmost care and service:
- Sourced from top California growers
- Hand-selected for health, shape and beauty
- Cleaned and shined with our own all-natural soaps
- Trimmed and pruned for blemishes
- Inspected and treated with systemic bug protection
- Soil is topped with preserved forest moss for a refined finished touch
- Carefully wrapped, packed and sealed for their journey to you
When ordered with a ceramic pot, your set comes pre-assembled with our staging method for optimal airflow and drainage. This method ensures long-term comfort and care of your plant, repotting is not recommended.
Our Premium Plants vs. Others
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| Guarantee 45-Day Guarantee included. Lifetime protection with L&G Plus. |
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| Plant Doctor Access Personalized support from experts |
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