Home > Question >

Why are the leaves on my Strelitzia (Bird of Paradise) drooping?

Our Advice:

If the leaves on your Strelitzia are drooping, it could be due to overwatering or underwatering. Strelitzia prefers well-draining soil that is moist but not waterlogged. Overwatering can lead to root rot and cause the leaves to droop. Underwatering can cause the leaves to wilt and eventually droop. It could also be due to environmental stressors such as extreme temperature fluctuations, lack of sunlight, or pest infestations.

Here are some related questions:

Not what you are looking for?

If you can't find what you are looking for on the website then you can ask one of our experts. To get in touch with us Click Here

We will try to get back to you with an answer as soon as we can.

Here is some more information for you:

Did you find this answer useful? Subscribe to our newsletter for gardeing news, projects, special offers and competitions.

Ask another gardening question:

Learn More About Pests and Diseases

Gardening Projects for November

---

How to plant a bare-root rose

How to keep Containers Well-Drained

How to clean your pots

How to Make Leaf Mould

Latest Gardening Videos

---

How should I overwinter a potted Canna lily?

How to Grow Orchids

When and how should I prune a jostaberry?

Is it safe to compost rhubarb leaves?

Moving House and Taking the Garden with You | Garden Ideas | Val Bradley

Five Essential Tips for Growing Lemons

All Videos

Explore Gardens from Around the World

Villa d'Este Gardens
Tivoli, Italy

Butchart Gardens
British Columbia, Canada

Monet's Garden, Giverny
Giverny, France

Powerscourt Gardens
Enniskerry, Co. Wicklow, Ireland

The New York Botanical Garden
New York, United States

Dubai Miracle Garden
Dubai, United Arab Emirates