🌸 Bauhinias – Orchid Trees for Every Garden

🌳 Large Yard – Shade Trees

B. alba – White Orchid Tree

• Pure white blooms, most cold-tolerant orchid tree
• Bloom: Late fall to spring
• Size: 20–30 ft
• Hardiness: USDA 9a–11

2035 Bauhinia alba (candida), White orchid tree

Grown in 10"/3 gal pot $49.95

B. blakeana – Hong Kong Orchid Tree

• Purple-magenta flowers, long bloom season
• Bloom: Late fall to early spring
• Size: 20–35 ft
• Hardiness: USDA 9b–11

1310 Bauhinia blakeana, Hong Kong Orchid Tree, Grafted

Grown in 10"/3 gal pot, grafted $49.95

B. purpurea – Purple Orchid Tree

• Compact canopy, vivid purple flowers
• Bloom: Summer to fall
• Size: 15–25 ft
• Hardiness: USDA 9b–11

1024 Bauhinia purpurea, Purple Orchid Tree

Grown in 6"/1 gal pot $29.95

B. variegata – Pink Butterfly Orchid Tree

• Pink petals with darker butterfly-like markings
• Bloom: Winter to early spring
• Size: 20–30 ft
• Hardiness: USDA 9b–11

2728 Bauhinia variegata, Pink Butterfly Orchid Tree

Grown in 6"/1 gal or larger pot $49.95    Sale $29.95

Small Garden or Container

B. madagascariensis – Red Butterfly Orchid Tree

• Bright red flowers, great for container
• Bloom: Summer into fall
• Size: 6-12 ft
• Hardiness: USDA 9b–11

6061 Bauhinia madagascariensis, Red Butterfly Orchid Tree

Grown in 10"/3 gal pot $49.95

B. tomentosa – Yellow Orchid Tree

• Sunny yellow bells, soft foliage
• Bloom: Warm months
• Size: 6-10 ft
• Hardiness: USDA 9b–11

1025 Bauhinia tomentosa, Yellow Orchid Tree

Grown in 6"/1 gal or larger pot $49.95

B. monandra – Napoleon's Plume Orchid Tree

• Pink with speckled petals
• Bloom: Summer to fall
• Size: 6-12 ft
• Hardiness: USDA 10–11

1368 Bauhinia monandra, Napoleons Plume Orchid Tree

Grown in 10'/3 GAL POT $49.95

B. acuminata – Dwarf White Orchid Tree

• Crisp white blooms, small plant
• Bloom: Summer to fall
• Size: 6–8 ft
• Hardiness: USDA 10–11

2032 Bauhinia acuminata, Dwarf White Orchid Tree

Grown in 6"/1 gal or larger pot $39.95

🌿 Vining Beauty

B. galpinii – Pride of De Kaap

• Pink with speckled petals
• Bloom: Summer to fall
• Size: 8-12 ft
• Hardiness: USDA 9b–11

2034 Bauhinia galpinii, Pride of De Kaap, Nasturtium Bauhinia

Grown in 10"/3 gal pot $39.95    Sale $29.95

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🌸 Orchid Tree - Bauhinia: Winter Blooms & Year-Round Beauty

Sometimes a plant stops you midwalk. Flowers so bright they almost glow, leaves shaped like butterflies — that’s a Bauhinia, the Orchid Tree. These fast growers bring color when many gardens are quiet, with some blooming in the heart of winter.

🌟 Why Grow Bauhinia?

• Exotic blooms in colors from white to deep magenta
• Distinctive leaves — nature’s own butterfly design
• Many varieties flower in the cooler season
• Fast growth, easy shaping, more blooms after pruning
• Varieties for large yards, small gardens, and sunny patios
• Tolerant of heat, drought, and poor soils

Bauhinia Care Tips

🌞 Outdoor

Full sun for best flowering, well-draining soil, deep watering once established. Light pruning after bloom keeps shape and encourages more flowers. Protect young plants from frost. During the growing season (Spring - Fall), apply a balanced fertilizer - like top-dress slow release fertilizer or controlled-release Green Magic. Liquid fertilizer Sunshine Boosters Megaflor can be used year around - to promote vigorous growth and abundant blooms.

🏡 Indoor / Patio

Bright sun (south window or outdoors in warm months), large pot with drainage, even moisture during growth, and a bloom-booster feed in season. Feed regularly with a balanced fertilizer controlled-release Green Magic. Liquid fertilizer Sunshine Boosters Megaflor can be used year around - to promote vigorous growth and abundant blooms. Bring indoors before frost.

🍂 Seasonal Note – Bauhinias are Deciduous

Bauhinias drop their leaves in winter — even in warm climates. This is normal and part of their rest cycle. Bare branches in the cool season will leaf out again in spring, often just as flowers begin.

📝 Quick choice guide

• Winter flowers: Bauhinia alba, Bauhinia blakeana, Bauhinia variegata
• Small space: Bauhinia acuminata, Bauhinia madagascariensis
• Vine option: Bauhinia galpinii for long warm-season color

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Back to School, Back to Planting – Why August Works for Tropicals

Planting Season Isn't Over Yet

August is still a good month for planting tropicals in warm climates. The soil stays warm enough to push root growth, and late-summer weather gives plants time to settle in before winter. In drier areas, regular watering will keep them moving along just fine.

Tropicals in warm climates aren't usually harmed by cooler Winter weather, but as days get shorter, growth may slow down. This is why planting in late Summer-Fall lets roots grow during this last warm stretch, so the plant enters winter already established.

By spring, those roots are ready to drive new shoots, flowers, and fruit. There's no lost time to transplant shock - plants can get straight to blooming and fruiting earlier in the season.

August Planting FAQ

How can heat be prevented from harming new tropicals?

Water in the morning so plants start the day hydrated. Warm soil is good for root growth, but don't let it dry out.

How should new plants be protected from strong sun?

For the first couple of weeks, use a shade cloth or even a white bed sheet to soften midday sun and prevent leaf scorch.

What fertilizer works best for planting in summer heat?

Controlled-release types are best. We use professional grade Green Magic. You may pair it with Sunshine Boosters for steady, gentle feeding through the warm months.

Which tropicals grow best when planted in August?

Most tropical plants do well when planted in warm end-of-summer conditions, including Mango, Avocado, Guava, Jackfruit, Annona, Bananas, Orchid Trees, Jasmines, Allamanda and most of flowering trees, shrubs and vines.

Can tropical trees planted in August produce fruit next year?

Many can, especially fast growers, since they have established roots by the time spring growth begins.

How can tropicals be kept healthy when planting in August?

Mulch around the base to help prevent soil from drying out too quickly. Water deeply in the morning to help plants handle the heat.

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Anthurium Collector Set

These aren't your typical tropicals - they're collector-grade Anthuriums grown for foliage and texture. Each one brings something different, but they all thrive in the same kind of setting: shade or filtered light, warmth, and humidity. Perfect for growing in containers indoors or out.

Anthurium Black Dragon

This is the most dramatic of the trio. Upright, leathery leaves shift from dark green to nearly black depending on light. Instead of bright flowers, it produces a dark brown spadix and glowing red berries. A hybrid not found in the wild, it's grown from seed - no two are exactly alike.

• Best for: Indoor focal plant, shaded patio, black ceramic pot
• Height: 2–4 ft in container
• Texture: Thick, architectural leaves
• Highlight: Color shifts with light intensity

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Anthurium hookeri – Giant Bird's Nest

This one's about scale. Broad, crinkled leaves with a cardboard-like texture form a bold rosette. It can get huge with time - up to 6 feet across. Perfect for gardeners who want the "instant jungle" look.

• Best for: Shaded garden, large pots on porches
• Height: Up to 5 ft; width even more
• Texture: Wrinkled and leathery
• Highlight: Bright red berries in maturity

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Anthurium vittarifolium – Long Leaf Anthurium

Graceful and rare, this species sends out narrow strap-like leaves that can reach 5–6 ft long. Ideal for hanging baskets or mounting. Bonus: it produces small pink fruit against deep green foliage.

• Best for: Hanging displays, vertical planters, bright bathrooms
• Height: Leaf length, not upright height - up to 6 ft
• Texture: Smooth, ribbon-like
• Highlight: Cascading growth and color contrast

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✅ How to Care for Anthuriums

• Light: Bright, indirect light is best. Avoid direct sun, especially mid-day. These plants evolved in rainforest understory - think "dappled light under trees."
• Water: Keep the soil lightly moist but not soggy. Let the top inch dry before watering. They hate wet feet.
• Humidity: These are tropicals - they'll do fine in 50-60% humidity, but thrive at 70%+. Use pebble trays or place near other plants. Bathrooms with windows work great.
• Soil: Use an airy mix: orchid bark + perlite + peat or coco coir. Drainage is key. Never use plain potting soil.
• Fertilizer: Feed with SUNSHINE Robusta every 2–4 weeks during warm seasons. It's formulated for aroids and won't burn roots.
• Potting: Use shallow, wide containers. Repot only every 2–3 years, or when roots crowd the pot. They don't like frequent disruption.
• Temperature: Ideal: 65–85 F. Short dips to the 30s F are tolerated by mature plants, but avoid cold drafts.

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Happy Independence Day!
4th of July Sale

"Independence is happiness." - Susan B. Anthony

Happy 4th of July from the tropics! Whether you're staying local or escaping for the long weekend, it's the perfect time to enjoy your garden, start something new, or grab that plant you've been eyeing. Red Desert Roses, white fragrant Gardenias and Jasmines, rare Blue Ginger - tropical blooms are showing off right now, and we are celebrating with a hot summer sale: 20% off everything with code HAPPY4TH25, plus extra savings on combined DEALS and BOGO! Add some color to your summer and let your garden do the fireworks!

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In the photo above: Bauhinia madagascariensis, Red Butterfly Orchid Tree - dazzles with bright red flowers striped in gold. A rare, fast-growing tropical that brings serious color to your garden, it is one of the most striking Orchid trees you can grow. It thrives in sun and rewards with nonstop color.