By Teo Spengler Some say blossoms of the bird of paradise plant resemble the heads of tropical birds, but others say they look like brightly colored birds in full flight. Regardless, ideal bird of paradise growing conditions both indoors and out remain the same: bright light, well-drained soil and adequate water through the growing season. Read on to learn how to take care of birds of paradise in the garden. How to Take Care of Birds of Paradise Outside Bird of paradise is a clump-forming, evergreen plant. A mature clump can be 5 feet tall and wide. The waxy, gray-green leaves get some 18 inches long and resemble banana leaves. Gardeners are particularly interested in the brilliantly hued flowers, each with three bright orange bracts and three indigo petals. It is these blossoms that give the plant its common name. If you are looking for numerous flowers and shorter stems on
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