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Amaryllis Minerva - Hippeastrum sp.

Sapodilla or Brown Sugar fruit, fruiting trees

Stictocardia beraviensis - Hawaiian Sunset Bell

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

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

Vanilla Bean Orchid (Vanilla planifolia) growing in pots

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

⚡️ 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:
⚡️ Begin by planting your young Vanilla Bean Orchid in a pot using regular potting soil, accompanied by a small trellis for support.
⚡️ 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.
⚡️ As your orchid grows, it will require a larger trellis, a log, or a burlap-covered board to facilitate its natural climbing behavior.
⚡️ 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.

Anthurium vittarifolium - Long Leaf Anthurium

🕯 What is the longest Anthurium?

👀 Anthurium vittarifolium - Long Leaf Anthurium - is the definitive strap-leaf variety that’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.
👀 The dramatic, cascading effect it creates when grown in hanging baskets is nothing short of stunning.
👀 Adding even more charm, this rare beauty surprises with bright pink, showy fruits that pop against its lush, green foliage, providing a vibrant contrast.
👀 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!