CAESALPINA PULCHERRIMA-MEXICAN RED BIRD OF PARADISE

[Rick1965]

Hello all, has anyone tried the Mexican Red Bird of Paradise? It is reportedly root hardy to -9c so should be ok where I am however, I am wondering whether it requires high temperatures to flower well. Any info/experiences greatly appreciated.

[jungle jas]

Hi,I suggest you read Dave`s Garden Forum. This may help your decision.

[targui]

This species of Caesalpina is not at all hardy and needs at the very least a warm
sub tropical climate to flourish. A very light frost will see it off. It is not
reliable in central Florida or the warmer parts of Texas. It will not flower unless
it has consistently warm temperatures.

[Addictedtopalms26]

Found this when searching for a red bird of paradise lol


Beautiful flower opening from the branch!

[Rick1965]

Thanks all, I will give it a miss. Hehehe Addicted

[Clive60]

I have tried C Pulcherrima and Pulchrirma Flava and not got them beyond a foot high even in a large heated greenhouse. I would stick to C Gillesii.

[Rick1965]

Thanks for the advice Clive