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Why he picked the sunniest spot?
Cat Bob in his sunny spot at TopTropicals
"Orange cats aren’t spoiled. They’re just naturally entitled to the sunniest spot in the house."
😺 September 18 was the Orange Cat Day!
Psychologists say orange is the most positive color because it represents joy and optimism - a bright orange cat is the very symbol of warmth and coziness in your home.
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Truth about which fruit helps you lose weight faster: Mango or Papaya?
❓ Mango vs. Papaya: what's best for you?
✔️ Nutritional comparison
✔️ Health perks
✔️ Calories and sugars
✔️ Weight loss support
✔️ Which to pick when
Mango is rich in vitamins A and C, boosting immune health and skin.
Papaya brings more folate and contains papain, an enzyme that aids digestion.
Mango may help lower inflammation and support blood sugar balance.
Papaya is known to ease digestion, reduce bloating, and support gut health.
Both are low in calories, but mango has slightly more natural sugar.
If you’re sugar-sensitive, papaya might be the better option.
Mango and papaya both contain fiber and natural compounds that slow digestion.
This helps you feel fuller longer, which can reduce snacking and support weight management.
Choose mango for a skin and immune boost.
Go with papaya if you want a gentler fruit that supports digestion and gut comfort.
Don't forget about Avocado when planting your fruit garden!
Avocado deserves a spot at the table too. While not sweet like mango or papaya, it's packed with heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, fiber, potassium, and B vitamins. Avocado supports brain and heart health, keeps you full longer, and provides a creamy balance to any tropical fruit plate.
All three fruits are also great for weight management. They're high in fiber and water content, which slows digestion, helps you feel fuller longer, and may reduce overall calorie intake naturally.
🛒Explore Mango, Papaya, and Avocado varieties
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The world is a mirror
“The Warrior of the Light concentrates on the small miracles of daily life. He is capable of seeing what is beautiful because he carries beauty within himself, for the world is a mirror and gives back to each man the reflection of his own face.” - Paulo Coelho, Warrior of the Light
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How to get a mini flamboyant look in a small yard
Caesalpinia pulcherrima - Dwarf Poinciana, Bird of Paradise, Pride of Barbados, Peacock Flower
🛒 Get your own Dwarf Poinciana
📚 Learn more:
- ▫️Everyone wants this showy Butterfly Attractor: Dwarf Poinciana
- ▫️The most spectacular flowering shrub
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Passion fruit fizz: Quick-n-Fun exotic recipes
🔴Scoop passion fruit pulp into sparkling water with a squeeze of orange juice.- 🔴A bubbly, tangy tropical soda!
- 🔴You may add a plash of Rum (optional)
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Passion fruit fizz recipes
Ingredients
- 2 passion fruits (pulp scooped)
- 1 cup sparkling water
- 1 tbsp orange juice
- (Optional) 1 shot rum
Instructions
- Scoop passion fruit pulp into a glass.
- Add sparkling water and orange juice, stir gently.
- Optionally add a splash of rum.
- Serve chilled with an orange slice garnish.
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Stare for 10 sec without a blink and see what happens
Cat James Coconuts
"A clever look in men is the same as regularity of features among women; it is a kind of beauty which the vainest endeavour to acquire." - Jean de La Bruyere
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Nine best tropical shrubs that will bloom for you all summer
Abutilon darwinii x striatum - Fireball, Biltmore Ballgown, Acalypha hispida - Cat Tail, Chenille plant, Allamanda, Brunfelsia - Lady of the night, Calliandra - Powderpuff, Clerodendrum speciosissimum - Java Glorybower, Hibiscus El Capitolio, Rondeletia leucophylla - Panama Rose, Senna alata - Empress Candle, Candelabra Plant
📸 Pictures for the previous post:
- ▫️Abutilon darwinii x striatum - Fireball, Biltmore Ballgown
- ▫️Acalypha hispida - Cat Tail, Chenille plant
- ▫️Allamanda
- ▫️Brunfelsia - Lady of the night
- ▫️Calliandra - Powderpuff
- ▫️Clerodendrum speciosissimum - Java Glorybower
- ▫️Hibiscus El Capitolio
- ▫️Rondeletia leucophylla - Panama Rose
- ▫️Senna alata - Empress Candle, Candelabra Plant
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9 best tropical shrubs that bloom all summer long or year around
Abutilon darwinii x striatum - Fireball, Biltmore Ballgown, Acalypha hispida - Cat Tail, Chenille plant, Allamanda, Brunfelsia - Lady of the night, Calliandra - Powderpuff, Clerodendrum speciosissimum - Java Glorybower, Hibiscus El Capitolio, Rondeletia leucophylla - Panama Rose, Senna alata - Empress Candle, Candelabra Plant
- 🌺 1. Abutilon darwinii x striatum - Fireball, Biltmore Ballgown. Lantern-like blooms in orange, red, and yellow keep coming all summer. Compact and graceful, perfect for pots or borders.
- 🌺 2. Acalypha hispida - Cat Tail, Chenille plant. Fuzzy red tassels dangle nonstop in the heat, adding playful texture to containers and garden beds.
- 🌺 3. Allamanda (many varieties). Fast growers with trumpet flowers in yellow or pink. Can be shaped as shrubs, trellised vines, or flowering hedges.
- 🌺 4. Brunfelsia - Lady of the night. Creamy white blooms open at dusk, filling the evening garden with a sweet fragrance.
- 🌺 5. Calliandra - Powderpuff (many varieties). Cheerful pompom flowers in red, pink, or white attract hummingbirds and bloom nearly year-round.
- 🌺 6. Clerodendrum speciosissimum - Java Glorybower. Bright red flower clusters stand out against tropical foliage. Loves sun and steady moisture.
- 🌺 7. Hibiscus El Capitolio - Unique, double-skirted, ruffled pendant blooms with pom-pom-like centers make this hibiscus a showpiece shrub for summer gardens.
- 🌺 8. Rondeletia leucophylla - Panama Rose. Compact and butterfly-friendly, with fragrant pink flower clusters that perfume warm evenings.
- 🌺 9. Senna alata - Empress Candle, Candelabra Plant. Bold, upright candles of golden flowers shine through the season and draw in pollinators.
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Mulberry Care and Growing Tips
Mulberries are tough, low-maintenance fruit trees that adapt to many conditions.
- Climate: Hardy from USDA zone 5 to 10.
- Soil: Grow well in almost any soil; prefer good drainage.
- Watering: Regular watering during dry spells; drought tolerant once etablished.
- Growth: 3–5 feet per year, producing fruit early.
- Pruning: Annual pruning controls size and improves branching.
- Pot culture: Dwarf types thrive in containers, staying 6–7 feet tall. Use a large pot, water consistently, and prune lightly. Use Abundance potting mix for best results.
- Fertilizer: For reliable production, fertilizer regularly. Apply Sunshine C-Cibus liquid booster with every watering, or Green Magic controlled release fertilizer every 5-6 months.
❓ Mulberry FAQ
How soon will a mulberry fruit?
One to two years, sometimes the very first season.
What climates are suitable?
USDA zones 5–10, from -20F winters to hot summers.
How tall do they get?
Standard trees 20–30 ft; dwarfs 6–10 ft in pots.
Do I need more than one tree?
No, they are self-pollinating.
What do they taste like?
Sweet and juicy, like a blend of blackberry and raspberry.
How long is the harvest?
Everbearing types ripen gradually from summer into fall.
Do birds eat them?
Yes, but trees are so productive there’s plenty to share.
Are they messy?
Dark-fruited varieties can stain; white mulberries do not.
Can I grow them in containers?
Yes, dwarf types (Dwarf Everbearing, Issai) fruit well in pots.
How long do they live?
Many live for decades; Illinois Everbearing can endure for generations.
What are the health benefits?
Mulberries are low-glycemic, support healthy blood sugar, improve heart health, and are rich in antioxidants.
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🍇Mulberries – the hidden gems of every garden
Picture this: it’s July, the sun is warm, and you step outside to a tree dripping with berries. You reach up, and your fingers come away stained purple. The taste? Like blackberries kissed with raspberry — sweet, juicy, unforgettable.
That’s what a Mulberry gives you. And the best part? You don’t wait years. Many trees fruit the very next season. Dwarf types can even fruit nearly year-round in pots — fresh berries on your patio, without leaving home.
🌟 Varieties gardeners swear by:
In the photo above: mulberry varieties - Illinois Everbearing, Dwarf Everbearing, Shangri-LA, White Mulberry, Pakistani Giant, Issai, Florida Giant
- Illinois Everbearing – legendary flavor, harvests all summer.
- Dwarf Everbearing & Issai – perfect for patios, nonstop fruit.
- Florida Giant – big tree, big berries, big flavor.
- Shangri-La – thrives in heat, huge leaves, steady crops.
- Pakistani Giant – 2-3" long fruit, very juicy.
- Tise – sweet, large flavorful fruit, early season.
- White Mulberry – sweet and clean, no stains.
Mulberries aren’t just delicious — they’re loaded with antioxidants, help balance blood sugar, and make your garden come alive with birds and shade. Don’t wait another season. Plant your Mulberry now and taste the difference by next summer.
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