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Hello!

Hello!
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"Bad officials are elected by good citizens who do not vote." - George Jean Nathan

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When does Sapodilla start fruiting and what is the best variety

Sapodilla or Brown Sugar fruit, fruiting trees

๐Ÿ”ฅ When does Sapodilla start fruiting and what is the best variety
  • ๐Ÿฅจ Sapodilla or Brown Sugar fruit, is one of the most favorite tropical fruit trees. It produces juicy, brown-sugar-sweet fruit. The tree is compact, easy in cultivation and starts producing in small size.

  • Grafted and air-layered trees start fruiting right away.
  • ๐Ÿฅจ Hasya - extra large, football-shaped fruit native to Mexico where it is the number one commercial cultivar grown. The fruit has a reddish hue throughout the pulp. The tree is a large upright grower, and it is a prolific producer.

  • Ripens from November to June.
  • ๐Ÿฅจ Makok - the best producer, the fruit is long, pointed, and one of the best tasting in the world. It is native to Thailand. The tree is a small compact grower, perfect for limited spaces.

  • Ripens from May to November.
  • ๐Ÿฅจ Molix is a football shaped large fruit native to Mexico. Similar to Hasya, darker brown, the tree has curly leaves. The pulp is exceptionally sweet with a fine pear texture.

  • Ripens from February to May.
  • ๐Ÿฅจ Oxkutzcab (or Ox) - "gigantic sapodilla" - is originally from Oxkutzcab (Yucatan). Extremely large (up to 28 oz), roundish fruit with speckled, light-colored skin. Heavily productive tree.

  • Ripens from May to September.
  • ๐Ÿฅจ Silas Woods is an outstanding variety with dwarf growth habit and adapts well to a container. Highly productive, producing year round, providing bright light and warmth. The branches often require support as they get very heavy loaded with fruits. The best variety for small yards and container culture.
  • ๐Ÿฅจ Thai Browny that we mentioned in earlier post, was brought by TopTropicals from Thailand in 2005. Fruit is oval, medium size, and very sweet. The tree is a heavy producer.


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Physical pleasure

๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ Physical pleasure

โ€œMassage is the only form of physical pleasure to which nature forgot to put a stopper.โ€ - Jacques Deval

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A flowering hedge everyone wants: how big and fast does Hawaiian Sunset grow?

Stictocardia beraviensis - Hawaiian Sunset Bell

๐Ÿ”” A flowering hedge everyone wants: how big and fast does Hawaiian Sunset grow?

โค๏ธ Check out yourself: Stictocardia beraviensis - Hawaiian Sunset Bell - this dense live hedge grew from just ONE plant over the fence in one season! Just give it some space and Hawaiian Sunset Bell won't disappoint you.

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Everybody wants it: the breathtaking dramatic Hawaiian Sunset

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Grumpy Matilda: should I return the boomerang? Sound on

๐Ÿฑ Grumpy Matilda: should I return the boomerang? Sound on ๐ŸŽค

"A hug is like a boomerang โ€“ you get it back right away." - Bill Keane

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If you want to grow your own vanilla orchid, this is how to plant it

Vanilla Bean Orchid (Vanilla planifolia) growing in pots

โญ๏ธ If you want to grow your own vanilla orchid, this is how to plant it
  • โšก๏ธ The Vanilla Bean Orchid (Vanilla planifolia) is a source of Vanilla extract. If you're interested in growing your own Vanilla , here's how to get started:
  • โšก๏ธ Begin by planting your young Vanilla Bean Orchid in a pot using regular potting soil, accompanied by a small trellis for support.
  • โšก๏ธ Initially, the plant will establish itself in the pot, but as it matures, it develops aerial roots and gradually becomes more epiphytic, relying on support structures rather than the soil.
  • โšก๏ธ As your orchid grows, it will require a larger trellis, a log, or a burlap-covered board to facilitate its natural climbing behavior.
  • โšก๏ธ Once the plant is well-established and its aerial roots have developed on the support surface, it will be ready to flower and produce vanilla beans. This setup mimics the orchid's natural environment and supports its growth and fruiting process.


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How to grow your own vanilla orchid at home
The Secret of how to Make Vanilla Orchid bloom

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What is this purple flower?

What is this purple flower?
๐ŸŒณ What is this purple flower? ๐Ÿ’œ

Petrea volubilis (racemosa) - Queens wreath

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What is the longest Anthurium?

Anthurium vittarifolium - Long Leaf Anthurium

๐Ÿ•ฏ What is the longest Anthurium?
  • ๐Ÿ‘€ Anthurium vittarifolium - Long Leaf Anthurium - is the definitive strap-leaf variety thatโ€™s sure to steal the show in any collection. Native to the South American rainforest, this rare gem is truly a sight to behold with its incredibly long, narrow leaves that can reach up to an impressive 6 feet in length yet remain a mere 2 inches wide.
  • ๐Ÿ‘€ The dramatic, cascading effect it creates when grown in hanging baskets is nothing short of stunning.
  • ๐Ÿ‘€ Adding even more charm, this rare beauty surprises with bright pink, showy fruits that pop against its lush, green foliage, providing a vibrant contrast.
  • ๐Ÿ‘€ Ideal for adding an exotic touch to your home or garden, the Long Leaf Anthurium's pendant growth and striking leaves make it a standout in any space. If you're looking for something truly unique and eye-catching, this plant is a must-have!


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The Lord of the World

๐ŸŒ The Lord of the World

"In ancient times cats were worshipped as gods; they have not forgotten this." - Terry Pratchett

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If you are missing Northern fruit that dont tolerate hot climate, plant this

Tropical Raspberry Mysore (Rubus albescens x niveus)

๐Ÿ‡ If you are missing Northern fruit that don't tolerate hot climate, plant this

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Tropical Raspberry Mysore (Rubus albescens x niveus) is from India. It thrives in heat!
  • ๐Ÿ”น Unlike common raspberries from up North that can not tolerate heat, Mysore Raspberry grows very well in hot humid climates.
  • ๐Ÿ”น Grows very fast into a scrambling shrub with flexible stems.
  • ๐Ÿ”น Blooms and fruits throughout the year.
  • ๐Ÿ”น The fruit turns purple black when ripe, it is very juicy and sweet.
  • ๐Ÿ”น One cluster may contain as many as couple dozen fruit.
  • ๐Ÿ”น Great for large containers and will produce large amounts of fruit.
  • ๐Ÿ”น Cold hardy to upper 20s F.


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