While bird of paradise plants are beautiful, large varieties of this tropical plant can reach 30 feet tall and quickly take over a small yard. Cutting down a bird of paradise plant is not enough, as this flowering beauty can easily and quickly regrow from its large root. The only way to get rid of a bird of paradise plant for good is to remove the large, tuberous root at its base.
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions
Things You’ll Need:
- Shovel
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Water the area with 2 to 3 inches of water the evening before you plan to dig. Slightly moistened soil is much easier to dig through.
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Dig a trench around the perimeter of the root down to its depth. A shovel with a sharp, flat edge is an ideal tool for the job. You can also use a spade or any other sharp tool.
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Wedge your shovel’s blade next to the root as close to its base as possible.
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Push down on your shovel’s handle to create leverage and lift the root out of the ground.
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Dig around the perimeter of the hole. Look for small roots or severed root pieces. Remove these as well.
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