Yellow bird of paradise makes an excellent accent plant in either the tropical or desert landscape. It reaches a height of 6 to 10 feet and a spread of 4 to 6 feet at maturity. Yellow bird of paradise is usually deciduous except in the warmest areas, but seldom looks its best during the winter. The spring to summer bloom is followed by 4 to 5 inch seed pods. It is generally open in form with a slender trunk and medium green leaflets. This bird of paradise produces large clusters of yellow flowers with long red stamens. Photo: Donna DiFrancescoĬaesalpinia gilliesii, Desert/Yellow Bird of Paradise All of these species do a great job of attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. This pruning will also keep the form more round and compact. The deciduous varieties can be pruned back severely during late winter when they are dormant, and new growth will occur in the spring. Chlorosis can occur in heavy soils but is easily treated with iron chelate. Provide deep watering every two weeks while blooming in order to prolong flowering and keep plants healthy.īird of paradise is tolerant of most soil conditions but prefers well drained soils. They thrive in the desert heat and can survive on little supplemental irrigation. The shades of yellow, fiery red, and orange contrast with the feathery foliage.Ĭommonly called bird of paradise, they range in size from medium shrubs to small trees.
Their large bright flowers provide vibrant color for long periods of time.
Caesalpinias make the landscape come alive with color.
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