Garden Blog - Top Tropicals

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In Loving Memory of Mr B. A Top Tropicals Garden Blog post.

Mr B, the Founder of the B-Farm

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Is Blue Java Banana really blue? Great question! A Top Tropicals Garden Blog post.

Ice Cream (Blue Java) Banana - Musa balbisiana x Musa acuminata

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How to deal with chocolate cravings? Chocolate with zero calories. A Top Tropicals Garden Blog post.

Portlandia - glorious flower of Cuba

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A person who wont read. A Top Tropicals Garden Blog post.

Mishka the cat

Mishka the cat

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Why we love Jocote. A Top Tropicals Garden Blog post.

😊 Why we love Jocote: the Hog Plum health benefits.
Sound on! 🎤

🍊 The Hog Plum tree (Spondias purpurea), that you saw blooming in March in this post, set the fruit by May in ABUNDANCE and we can't wait to see them ripe and harvest them! Hog Plum is one of our favorite fruits at Top Tropicals. It is also known as Purple Mombin, Jocote, or Spanish Plum. It’s popular in Central America and the Caribbean, and it's not just tasty and super productive - it's packed with health benefits!

❤️ HEALTH BENEFITS OF THE HOG PLUM FRUIT:
  • Rich in Vitamin C. Helps boost your immune system, supports skin health, and acts as a powerful antioxidant.
  • Good Source of Fiber. Aids digestion, helps prevent constipation, and supports gut health.
  • Anti-inflammatory Properties. Traditionally used to relieve swelling, inflammation, and minor skin infections.
  • Supports Heart Health. Contains antioxidants and nutrients that may help reduce blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
  • Hydrating and Refreshing. The fruit has high water content and is often eaten fresh during hot weather for hydration.
  • May Help Regulate Blood Sugar. Some studies suggest that Spondias species may have a mild effect on blood sugar levels.


🛒 Sweet, tangy, and good for you - grow Hog Plum!

📚 Learn more:
This is how the flowers of a Hog Plum look like
The Hog Plum tree fruit
What fruit tree is full of fruit year around

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How to trust. A Top Tropicals Garden Blog post.

Marco the cat

Marco the cat

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What bougainvillea doesn't need pruning and grows into a tree? Kristi's Garden Secrets - sound on! A Top Tropicals Garden Blog post.

Bougainvillea arborea - Thornless Bougainvillea Tree

🌸 What bougainvillea doesn't need pruning and grows into a tree? Kristi's Garden Secrets - sound on! 🎤
  • 🌸 Tired of pruning your thorny bougainvillea that takes over your yard? Here’s one that breaks all the rules.

  • No thorns, no pruning - and it grows into a bushy little tree!
  • 🌸 It's called Bougainvillea arborea, or Thornless Bougainvillea Tree.
  • 🌸 It stays tidy, blooms lavender flowers with a light scent, and it won’t overgrow your space. A total gem if you want beauty without the chaos!


🛒 Plant the Bougainvillea That Behaves!

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What to plant in a shady spot? Unusual variegated flowers of Lavender Ice! A Top Tropicals Garden Blog post.

Thunbergia erecta Lavender Ice - Lavender Lace