Garden Blog - Top Tropicals
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Discover Coral Trees - Erythrinas
the brightest flowers of the Tropics
Q: What tropical tree do you recommend that has a small size and bright showy flowers, specifically red? I love red flowers, they are the most beautiful!
A: Erythrinas are small trees with a legendary beauty and are often considered a symbol of exotic allure. They bring a touch of the extraordinary to a Southern landscape.
Vivid red blooms: striking, coral-red flowers that create a breathtaking visual display.
Eye-catching: makes a stunning focal point with its bold and vibrant floral clusters.
Fast-growing: quickly develops into a magnificent tree.
Unique branch structure: an interesting, sculptural form that adds architectural interest even when not in bloom.
Pollinator magnet: attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies, supporting local wildlife.
Drought tolerant: withstands dry conditions once established.
Adaptable: thrives in a range of soils, demonstrating versatility and hardiness.
Low maintenance: requires minimal care.
The Erythrina tree is a must-have for any tropical garden, with its stunning coral-red blooms and unique branch structure that add beauty year-round. Fast-growing, drought-tolerant, and low-maintenance, this eye-catching tree supports pollinators like hummingbirds and butterflies while thriving in a variety of conditions. It's the perfect addition for those seeking a vibrant, exotic touch to their landscape.
How to make a Classic Margarita:
🍾 How to make a Classic Margarita:
2 oz tequila
- oz lime juice
1 oz triple sec
Salt for rimming the glass
Lime wedge for garnish
Shake the tequila, lime juice, and triple sec with ice, then strain into a salt-rimmed glass filled with ice. Garnish with a lime wedge and enjoy!
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Why Strawberry Tree is called Cotton Candy
Strawberry Tree, Cotton Candy (Muntingia calabura)
- 🍓The Strawberry Tree, also known as Cotton Candy (Muntingia calabura), is a fruit lover's dream!
- 🍓 Its pretty white flowers resemble those of a strawberry plant, giving it its name. The fruits are super sweet, with no acidity, earning it the "Cotton Candy" nickname.
- 🍓 This fast-growing tree is incredibly rewarding, producing two crops a day from spring to fall!
- 🍓 It’s easy to grow, drought-tolerant, and fruits right away even in containers - just watch out for frost if you're outside the tropics.
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How to have the Deep Purple mood year around
Calathea rufibarba - Fuzzy Pheasant Feather, Deep Purple Velvet Furry
- 🟣 Calathea rufibarba - Fuzzy Pheasant Feather, Deep Purple Velvet Furry - a favorite of shade garden landscapers. This thin, fuzzy, rippled leaf Calathea is very attractive as well as durable. A purple leaf back adds to this plants rich color and texture.
- 🟣 The upper foliage of Calathea rufibarba is semi-glossy, and olive green. The under side of the foliage, along with the stems are rich burgundy to deep purple!
- 🟣 The stems are covered with fine purplish-brown hairs.
- 🟣 Place your Deep Purple Calathea in bright filtered or indirect light.
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Im so tired, I could sleep standing up in a hurricane
😶 Get a good rest tonight. Good night...
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Top 10 fast-fruiting trees:
#10. Peanut Butter Tree (Bunchosia argentea)
Peanut Butter Tree, earns its name from its fleshy fruits that boast a delightful peanut butter flavor. Compact in size, small tree reaching only 10-15 ft or kept as a bush, it's a perfect choice for limited spaces. Can thrive indoors, starting to fruit within just 2-3 years from seed.
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- 💋Delectable Peanut Butter Tree
- 💋The best small fruit trees that will produce right away
- 💋How soon will Peanut Butter Tree fruit?
- 💋Top 10 fast-fruiting trees
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Is purple your favorite color? This is your plant!
Tibouchina
- 🟪 Tibouchinas are tropical gems famous for their vibrant purple flowers, which feature unique, eyelash-like stamens that give them an enchanting look.
- 🟪 Their soft, velvety leaves add another layer of charm, making these plants a delight for both the eyes and the touch.
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Bedtime Cat TV
"A bird in the paw is worth two in the bush." - James Thurber
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Black cat night
"A black cat is the most magical of creatures, bringing mystery and charm into every shadow." - Charles Dickens
Do you have a black cat? How many? 🐈
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Top 10 fast-fruiting trees:
#9. Blackberry Jam Fruit (Randia formosa)
🖤 Blackberry Jam Fruit, Jasmin de Rosa is a curious small evergreen tree or bush that combines features of a fragrant flower and delicious dessert fruit which tastes like fresh Blackberry jam. Fragrant white flowers are similar to Gardenia.
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- 💋The best small fruit trees that will produce right away
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