Bird of Paradise – It Finally Bloomed!

I wrote some time ago (before I moved to New Orleans) about my bird of paradise plant. When I got the plant, it was with the knowledge that it may not bloom for up to 7 years. Sooo, I have nurtured this plant and moved with this plant (and broke the pot it was planted in during the move), and have patiently waited. I actually can’t even tell you how many years it has been, I lost count. It has probably been close to the full 7 years and now, finally, it bloomed!

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These plants are tropical, so I kept it in a pot, but it apparently likes the semi-tropical climate of South Louisiana. Once the plant blooms, it will continue to bloom, with most blooms in late winter to early spring, (according to what I have read).

Many people, here in New Orleans, have the bird of paradise plant growing in their yards. Imagine my envy when I see blooms like this . . .

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or these . . .

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. . . when my plant had not even bloomed at all. Well, now it has, and I am so excited. It is such a beautiful bloom. It does actually look like a beautiful, tropical bird. God is so creative in His creation!

It was worth the wait. I can’t wait for more beautiful blooms. Do you have a plant that you have nurtured along for years? I had a lemon tree that I nurtured for a long time that never bore fruit and finally died. I guess it doesn’t work out for all of them, huh?

Hope you are having a fabulous day!

Christi

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2 responses to “Bird of Paradise – It Finally Bloomed!”

  1. Carolyn Chesnuttt Avatar
    Carolyn Chesnuttt

    I think that is the most beautiful Bird of Paradise bloom I have ever seen!

  2. FABBY Avatar
    FABBY

    We have ta
    hat pretty tropical plant here as well. My daughter takes it out of her garden for arrangements.
    Thanks for sweet and kind visit.
    Hugs,
    FABBY

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