{"product_id":"mexican-desert-yellow-bird-of-paradise-shrub-flower-tree-seeds-c-gilliesii","title":"MEXICAN DESERT YELLOW BIRD OF PARADISE SHRUB FLOWER TREE SEEDS (C. Gilliesii)","description":"\u003ch4 data-start=\"236\" data-end=\"309\"\u003eMexican Desert Yellow Bird of Paradise Seeds    (Caesalpinia gilliesii)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"739\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMexican Desert Yellow Bird of Paradise\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"411\" data-end=\"434\"\u003eCaesalpinia gilliesii\u003c\/em\u003e) is a fast-growing ornamental shrub prized for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"486\" data-end=\"558\"\u003ebrilliant yellow flowers accented with dramatic 4–5 inch red stamens\u003c\/strong\u003e that extend well beyond the petals. The striking blooms, combined with \u003cstrong data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"656\"\u003efeathery green foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e, create a bold tropical look that brings vibrant color to warm-climate landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"972\"\u003eDespite its common name, Yellow Bird of Paradise is \u003cstrong data-start=\"793\" data-end=\"852\"\u003enot related to the Strelitzia (Bird of Paradise) plants\u003c\/strong\u003e from South Africa. Instead, it belongs to the \u003cstrong data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"920\"\u003eCaesalpinia genus\u003c\/strong\u003e, known for long-lasting flowers and heat tolerance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"977\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"979\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003e🌼 Flower \u0026amp; Foliage Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1075\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1075\"\u003eBright yellow flowers with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1044\" data-end=\"1073\"\u003elong, flowing red stamens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1139\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1139\"\u003eLarge, showy blooms that provide color for extended periods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1175\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1175\"\u003eFeathery, fine-textured foliage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003eColors of yellow, fiery red, and orange contrast beautifully against green leaves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1268\" data-end=\"1294\"\u003e🌿 Growth Habit \u0026amp; Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1447\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1328\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1328\"\u003eRapid-growing evergreen shrub\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003eMature size: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1362\"\u003e5–10 feet tall\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1394\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1394\"\u003eSpread: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1375\" data-end=\"1392\"\u003e4–6 feet wide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1447\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1397\" data-end=\"1447\"\u003eOpen, airy growth habit ideal for ornamental use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1449\" data-end=\"1452\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1454\" data-end=\"1493\"\u003e☀️ Light, Soil \u0026amp; Water Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1757\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003eThrives in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1507\" data-end=\"1529\"\u003every warm climates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1578\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1534\" data-end=\"1578\"\u003eSuitable for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1576\"\u003eUSDA Zones 8b through 11\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1579\" data-end=\"1624\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1581\" data-end=\"1624\"\u003eGrows well in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1622\"\u003efull sun or partial sun\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1625\" data-end=\"1674\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1674\"\u003ePrefers \u003cstrong data-start=\"1635\" data-end=\"1672\"\u003eloamy or sandy, well-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1675\" data-end=\"1708\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"1708\"\u003eRequires \u003cstrong data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1706\"\u003eaverage watering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1757\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1757\"\u003eSomewhat \u003cstrong data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1757\"\u003edrought tolerant once established\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1762\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003e🌵 Landscape Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1786\" data-end=\"1844\"\u003eMexican Desert Yellow Bird of Paradise makes an excellent:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1845\" data-end=\"1959\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1845\" data-end=\"1863\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"1863\"\u003eSpecimen shrub\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"1880\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1866\" data-end=\"1880\"\u003eAccent plant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"1912\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1883\" data-end=\"1912\"\u003eBorder or backdrop planting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"1959\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1915\" data-end=\"1959\"\u003eTropical or desert-style landscape feature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1961\" data-end=\"2047\"\u003eIts bold flowers and fast growth make it a standout choice for \u003cstrong data-start=\"2024\" data-end=\"2046\"\u003ehot, sunny gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2049\" data-end=\"2052\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2054\" data-end=\"2089\"\u003eWhy Grow Caesalpinia gilliesii?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2334\"\u003eWith its \u003cstrong data-start=\"2099\" data-end=\"2119\"\u003edramatic flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2142\"\u003elong bloom period\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"2144\" data-end=\"2162\"\u003eheat tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2194\"\u003elow-maintenance nature\u003c\/strong\u003e, Mexican Desert Yellow Bird of Paradise is an exceptional ornamental shrub for gardeners in warm regions seeking vivid, long-lasting color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eZONES 8-11\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003eYellow Bird of Paradise Germination:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e1)\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eUse a piece of rough grit sand paper to sand the seeds to scarify.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e2)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUse a thermos to soak seeds in warm water for 48 hours, changing water daily.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e3)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOnce the seeds start to swell, they are ready to plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e4)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePlant no more than 1\/4\" inch deep in well draining seed starting mix.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e5)\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eUse a heated propagator mat to keep soil at 80 degrees F, giving filtered light, but not direct sunlight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e6)\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eCover pots or treys with a piece of plastic to keep humidity levels high.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e7)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eExpect germination anytime between 2-8 weeks, with some taking longer so never toss out any that do not sprout early.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: large;\"\u003e\"Please Contact us First if You Need Anything\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003eGerminación de la ave del paraíso roja:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1) Utilice un trozo de papel de lija de grano grueso para lijar las semillas y escarificarlas.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2) Utilice un termo para remojar las semillas en agua tibia durante 48 horas, cambiando el agua a diario.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e3) Una vez que las semillas comiencen a hincharse, estarán listas para plantar.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e4) Plántelas a no más de 1\/4\" de pulgada de profundidad en una mezcla para semillas que drene bien.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e5) Utilice una estera de propagación calentada para mantener la tierra a 80 grados F, proporcionando luz filtrada, pero no luz solar directa.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e6) Cubra las macetas o bandejas con un trozo de plástico para mantener altos los niveles de humedad.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e7) Espere la germinación en cualquier momento entre 2 y 8 semanas, aunque algunas tardarán más, así que nunca deseche las que no broten pronto.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003e\"Comuníquese con nosotros primero si necesita algo\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Seed Head Exotics","offers":[{"title":"5 SEEDS","offer_id":53511484637468,"sku":null,"price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 SEEDS","offer_id":53511484670236,"sku":null,"price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 SEEDS","offer_id":53511484703004,"sku":null,"price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0924\/9931\/2924\/files\/m11.webp?v=1765725352","url":"https:\/\/www.seedheadexotics.com\/products\/mexican-desert-yellow-bird-of-paradise-shrub-flower-tree-seeds-c-gilliesii","provider":"Seed Head Exotics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}