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Bird of Paradise 5-6 ft tall Extra Large Mid-Century

Bestseller

$659

pot style:

Mid-Century

pot color:

wood stand:

Easy Care

Beginners. The Bird of Paradise requires low maintenance and great for beginners

30-day Guarantee

Living plants need time to adapt to changing conditions. If your plant doesn’t settle in comfortably within the first 30 days, we’ll replace it.

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.

Secure Delivery

"White-Glove" delivery or shipped in our exclusive Packaging, your plant will remain protected during its journey. From conception to your show, we strive to achieve a positive social and ecological footprint. We have designed plastic-free packaging made from recycled and recyclable cardboard. With our "No Risk Delivery" guarantee, you can have peace of mind! If, despite all the care we took in preparing your order, your plant or pot is damaged, we will send you a replacement free of charge.

Local & Sustainable

Your orders are prepared in our workshops in France.
All our plants are grown in Europe under ideal conditions and responsibly by MPS-A certified producers.
We prioritize French or European manufacturing for our pots and accessories, and handmade craftsmanship.

Made to Order

Each plant is hand-selected, checked, treated, pruned, cleaned, and arranged in the pot of your choice.

Plant Details & Size

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.

  • Overall size from bottom of pot to the top leaf: 5-6 ft tall
  • Nursery Pot ⌀ : 14cm
  • Live, fully grown, healthy plant · Grown in the USA
  • Native to subtropical South Africa
  • Botanical name: Strelitzia nicolai

*Please note that plants are grown naturally and can vary in height ± 10%. If you're looking for a specific height, please reach out and we'd be happy to help.

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 requires low maintenance and great for beginners

Toxicity

Careful with pets.
The plant may cause mild irritation if ingested. More information here.

Location & Brightness

Prefers lots of bright light · View Light Guide

Pot Design & Size

Construction and details
  • Sized to fit 14" or 7g grower pots with extra room for drainage
  • Glazed inside and out, completely waterproof
  • No drainage hole, plant should be staged, ideal for indoor or outdoor use
  • Elevated by a sleek wood stand - teak wood for the light and dark stained options, mahogany wood for the black stained option
  • Finished with non-toxic, non-VOC oil
pot

Care Essentials

Location & Brightness

Prefers lots of bright light · View Light Guide

Watering

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.

MIDCENTURY MODERN ELEGANCE

Our Mid-Century collection pairs high-fire ceramic pots with reclaimed wood stands, offering a nod to classic design with a focus on sustainability. Teak is used for light and dark stands, while black stands feature durable mahogany, underscoring our commitment to sophisticated indoor gardening and environmental responsibility. Designed and engineered with form and function in mind, these pieces are perfectly sized, water sealed, surface safe, and made from non-toxic materials.

A bright finish,
A unique staging

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 or pebbles for a refined finished touch
  • Carefully wrapped, packed and sealed for their journey to you

A Perfect Fit: When ordered with a ceramic planter, your set comes in two separate packages for easy assembly. Each set is made to order and we ensure the plant you receive fits perfectly with your planter. We include extra materials to follow our staging method, developed for optimal airflow, drainage and long-term care. Repotting is not recommended.

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customer reviews for the Bird of Paradise

Gorgeous!

It's a beautiful healthy plant and adds so much like to the space

Jane B.

Verified Buyer

19/05/25

New Rochelle, NY

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Leon and George were all my joy Their plants are all my delight , The olive tree was my heart of gold, And who but my Leon and George To be recited to the tune of Greensleeves

Irvin M.

Verified Buyer

17/07/24

Branford, CT

Amazing quality

Plant looks wonderful in the space, excellent quality, reasonably priced. Very happy overall.

Amanda K.

Verified Buyer

18/12/23

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Sufia J.

Verified Buyer

23/10/23

Moreland Hills, OH

Always beautiful when they arrive and stay beautiful

It’s amazing. How will you pack them and the quality of the plant is better than any I’ve gotten anywhere absolutely the best buy from you all the time.

Lauren B.

Verified Buyer

12/10/23

Pittsburgh, PA

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