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Spooktacular Halloween Sale! A Top Tropicals Garden Blog post.

Spooktacular Halloween Sale!
😍 Spooktacular Halloween Sale!

  • 😀 Halloween is creeping in, and it's time to treat your garden to some tropical magic! No tricks - just bold, exotic beauties ready to boo-st your outdoor space. Our plants have flourished all summer, growing large and vibrant, and are now ready to keep your garden bursting with life year-round.

  • 😀 Don't let these deals disappear into the night - offer ends November 1! Use code Halloween24 to save 10%! Min order $100, excluding S/H. Exp. 11-1-24


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The King of all Anthuriums. A Top Tropicals Garden Blog post.

King Anthurium - Anthurium veitchii

👑 The King of all Anthuriums
  • 👑 Anthurium veitchii isn't called the "King" for nothing! This majestic houseplant shows off long, rippling leaves that can stretch up to 3 feet, starting with a heart-shaped base -because even royalty has a soft side!
  • 👑 Its glossy, textured foliage gives your space instant jungle vibes, making it a standout in any room. Low-maintenance and full of personality, the King Anthurium brings a regal flair to your plant collection.
  • 👑 Just give it bright, indirect light, and watch this leafy monarch rule your home with elegance!


🛒 Get your own King Anthurium

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Be in harmony with yourself. A Top Tropicals Garden Blog post.

Be in harmony with yourself

"Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony." - Mahatma Gandhi

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A Top Tropicals Garden Blog post.

♏️ 😵 What is your cat's Zodiac sign?
Cat Horoscope - Scorpio Cats 10/24-11/21

❓ How to know the astrological sign of your cat? It can be determined by either their date of birth or adoption, as adoption is often considered a second birth for cats.

  • ✨ You can discover the astrological traits that describe the cat, such as their independence, diva-like tendencies, sense of humor, intelligence, and more.

  • ✨ It's also important to consider the astrological relationship between cats and plants...


♏️ Scorpio Zodiac Cats are:
  • ▪️passionate and involved in relationships
  • ▪️complex and independent, often single
  • ▪️holds grudges and seeks calculated revenge
  • ▪️dominant and captivating presence
  • ▪️intensely focused and fearless
  • ▪️loyal and faithful, often returning to loved ones
  • ▪️appreciates fragrant, aromatic plants
  • ▪️mystical aura, associated with enigmatic thoughts


🌟 Learn more about Scorpio Zodiac Cats and their lucky plants

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What does Blue Jaboticaba taste like? A Top Tropicals Garden Blog post.

Blue Jaboticaba - Myrciaria vexator

🎈 What does Blue Jaboticaba taste like?
  • 🍇 Blue Jaboticaba - Myrciaria vexator - is full of fruit now! We enjoyed these delicious grape-like fruit.
  • 🍇 Also known as Vexator or Blue Grape, this charming relative of the Jaboticaba is as delightful to look at as it is to taste.
  • 🍇 It's a slow-growing, ornamental shrub or small tree that can reach up to 6 feet tall, with glossy leaves that add elegance to any garden.
  • 🍇 The plant produces dark purple, almost bluish fruits with thin, sweet flesh surrounding one or two large seeds, offering a flavor reminiscent of sweet grapes. Fruiting in late spring or early fall, these delicious fruits are typically enjoyed fresh or used in refreshing drinks.
  • 🍇 Though lesser-known in cultivation, Blue Jaboticaba can rival or even surpass the traditional Jaboticaba in fruit quality, with a single bush capable of producing several thousand fruits!
  • 🍇 It's also tough enough to handle light frost once established, and its care needs are similar to those of Myrciaria cauliflora. Whether you grow it for its beauty or for its unique harvest, this plant is sure to charm with every season!


📚 Learn more from previous posts:
Blue Jaboticaba is different from regular Jaboticaba
What is Jaboticaba? I like the sound of this word!

🛒 Plant Blue Jaboticaba

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How can you use Elephant Ears? A Top Tropicals Garden Blog post.

🐘 How can you use Elephant Ears?

  • 🟢 Alocasias and Colocasias, or Elephant Ears, are both remarkable and popular plants that can bring a touch of tropical elegance to any garden.

  • 🟢 Striking Foliage: large, lush foliage. The leaves can be enormous, resembling the shape of elephant ears, hence the common name. The foliage is usually rich green, but there are also varieties with hues of purple, black, or variegated patterns. These vibrant leaves create a dramatic focal point.

  • 🟢 Tropical Aesthetic: large, architectural leaves add a sense of drama and create a stunning backdrop for other plants.

  • 🟢 Versatility: work well in containers, making them suitable for patio gardens. In larger landscapes, colocasias and alocasias can be planted directly in the ground, either as standalone specimens or as part of mixed border plantings. They can also be utilized around water features or in bog gardens since they enjoy moist conditions.

  • 🟢 Low Maintenance: thrive in full to partial shade. Regular watering and occasional fertilization will help them grow vigorously.

  • 🟢 Impressive Size: Some varieties can grow several feet tall, creating a stunning vertical element in the garden.


📸 Colocasia esculenta Jacks Giant: This astonishing elephant ear is well-named, it really does look like something that would grow for the giant! The foliage is absolutely massive, many feet long and wide, with a glossy texture, prominent ribbing, and a rich blue-green cast that lightens to chartreuse around the edges.

📚 Learn more from previous posts:
What to plant by the pond?
Pharaoh Mask with stunning 3D effect
Mojito Elephant Ears
Colocasia vs Alocasia - what is the difference?

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A treat for Avocado lovers. A Top Tropicals Garden Blog post.

🐶 A treat for Avocado lovers 🐶

"Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince, and dinner like a pauper." - Adelle Davis

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What is Curry made of? A Top Tropicals Garden Blog post.

Murraya koenigii - Curry Leaf

❓ What is Curry made of? 🍛
  • 🌿 Murraya koenigii - Curry Leaf - is the Flavor Powerhouse!
  • 🌿 Curry leaf, also known as curry patta, is a beloved ingredient in Indian kitchens, prized for its aromatic, oil-rich leaves.
  • 🌿 These tiny green leaves bring a burst of flavor to dishes, often used fresh or quickly fried in butter or oil to unlock their full potential. In some recipes, they are toasted or oven-dried just before use for an extra punch.
  • 🌿 Traditionally, curry leaves are enjoyed by diabetics in southern India for their health benefits.
  • 🌿 The plant also graces you with small, fragrant white flowers, followed by showy purple fruit - making it as delightful to the nose as it is to the taste buds!


🛒 Grow your own Curry Leaf

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Lobster Claw - Simply Spectacular! A Top Tropicals Garden Blog post.

Heliconia rostrata - Lobster Claw.

Heliconia rostrata - Lobster Claw.

Lobster Claw - Simply Spectacular!

Heliconia rostrata - Lobster Claw. This exotic plant makes a bold statement with its parrot-like blooms. The colorful, dangling flowers last long and are perfect for bouquets. Growing up to 7 feet tall, it thrives in large pots or tropical landscapes, handling temperatures in the high 20s. Just give it room to stretch those stalks!

📚 Learn more from previous post:
How to grow Lobster Claw

🛒 Plant Lobster Claw

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