What fertilizer do I use for birds of paradise?
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According to an article I read, you really don't need to use fertilizer, check this article out, it is really interesting.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/bop/feeding-bird-paradise-plants.htm
Top dressings of manure or blood meal are always welcomed by these plants. When grown outdoors, this bird of paradise responds well to granular landscape fertilizers.
- https://homeguides.sfgate.com › Garden › Gardening Cached
Add 3 to 4 inches of compost around your bird of paradise whether indoors or outdoors, making sure to keep it about 2 inches from the stalk and leaves to prevent burning. Other organic fertilizers that birds of paradise respond well to include blood meal and composted manure.