Garden Blog - Top Tropicals
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Meet PeopleCats of TopTropicals. King: the King of the Nursery
King runs the nursery... when Duck Dobi has a day off. So technically, he is only an Assistant Manager.
As you remember, a few months ago King got in trouble protecting his property from invaders, and got a serious injury. He was rushed to the hospital and had a big surgery. The King was saved! Many customers reached out with help, placed orders for our special "Save the King" fundraiser and even sent donations to help him manage his medical bills. We want to thank you all again for your support, and for staying with us!
King will make sure his Homeland Security is always alert. We are safe here. Welcome to TopTropicals!
Check out and more Cat of the Day stories.
It's been a hard day's night... and I've been working like a
dog!
Have I deserved my drink?
King and Dobi figuring out who is the Boss. Dobi knows who.
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Meet PeopleCats of TopTropicals. Cat of the Day: King the Hobo
"Live, travel, adventure, bless, and don't be sorry." - Jack Kerouac
King, who has been famous with his ability to get in trouble, without a
doubt is the Cat of the day, week, and month. His recent adventure went
above and beyond our expectations. King decided to take a ride.
He jumped inside the truck of our supplier from Homestead, for very
innocent reason: inspect the quality of plants delivered. No questions asked, he did
his job.
Next thing we remember was the driver calling us on his way to Homestead: "Looks like I have your cat in my truck, and he is pretty happy with the ride!"
Luckily, the discovery of the Hobo happened pretty quickly, before the
truck left Ft Myers area. So King did not get all the way to Homestead as he
planned, his adventure was interrupted. He was dropped off at Edison Estate Botanical Garden. The director Eric happen
to know TopTropicals well, just visiting us a few days before for the Leap Year Celebration
event. He kept King in his office until Onika came to pick him up.
What an adventure!
Dear visitors of Top Tropical Garden Center! When leaving our Nursery, please check your vehicles for cats! Apparently, they like to travel!
Thank you everybody for supporting us in helping PeopleCats. Every dollar you spend on TopTropicals plants is split between plant growers and PeopleCats who help us become better people.
Check out the Video: ">Meet PeopleCats of TopTropicals and more Cat of the Day stories.
After his adventures, King is resting with his pet mouse. Mouse is alive, and no animals were hurt during the adventures.
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PeopleCats of TopTropicals. Cat of The Month: Greenhouse King
King continues being on top of the poll... thanks to his adventurous
nature. This Purrrson just loves to travel! He likes driving and biking. How many times we pulled him out of customer's car or delivery truck!
Sure thing, he just did it again, joining contractor's team. Luckily he was noticed hiding in the back of the truck before the driver hit the highway!
ATTENTION VISITORS!
We are reminding you, please check your vehicles for cats before you leave!
On a bright side, King has been very helpful, helping to plant newly
arrived plant shipment from Thailand.
For those of you who has been waiting for rare plants, after a long delay
due to airlines lockdown, we finally got lots of rare stuff and it will be
ready for shipping soon.
Please make sure to add to your wish-list these coming-soon rare plants, this is the only
way we can ensure you will get notified when they are available for sale, on
first come first serve basis.
These are limited quantities, high demand plants!
Don't miss your dream plant! Just click on "Notify me when available" and add your email to waiting list.
Limited quantities - will be ready soon
(planted with King's help)
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Amherstia nobilis - Pride of Burma
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Artabotrys siamensis - Climbing Ylang-Ylang
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Barringtonia acutangula - Indian Putat
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Barringtonia asiatica - Fish Poison Tree
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Bauhinia aureifolia - Fragrant Gold Leaf Orchid Vine
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Brownea ariza - Rose of Venezuela
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Brownea grandiceps - Scarlet Flame Bean
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Cananga fruticosa - Dwarf Ylang-Ylang
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Couroupita guianensis - Cannonball Tree
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Cyrtostachys lakka - Lipstick Palm, Red Sealing Wax
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Desmos chinensis - Ylang Ylang Shrub
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Dillenia philippinensis - Katmon, Philippines Elephant Apple
- Garcinia mangostana - Mangosteen
- Ixora congesta Thai Flame
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Melodorum fruticosum - Hot Lips Ylang-Ylang
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Monstera variegata Thai Constellation (available now for pick up only)
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Gustavia augusta - Heaven Lotus
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Posoqueria longiflora - Needle Flower Tree
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Rauwenhoffia, Melodorum siamensis
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Saraca declinata - Red Saraca
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Terminalia catappa - Tropical Almond
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Vallaris glabra - Bread Flower
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Wrightia vietnamensis - Dwarf
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Why is it called Kings Mantle
King's Mantle - Thunbergia erecta
- ✨ Looking for a hedge that blooms non-stop, even in the shade? King's Mantle - Thunbergia erecta - is ever-blooming superstar is the perfect flowering bush or hedge for those tricky shady spots in your garden.
- ✨ Unlike its climbing cousins, this Thunbergia prefers to sprawl as a shrub, making it easier to manage.
- ✨ With its fast-growing, bushy habit, it's ideal for mixed beds or creating a medium-to-low hedge that stays dense and beautiful year-round.
- ✨ The flowers? Think of morning glories, with stunning purple or white petals and sunny yellow throats. And if you're feeling adventurous, try the 'Lavender Ice' variety with royal, lavender-variegated flowers for a unique twist. The name King's Mantle is well-deserved!
- ✨Not just a pretty face, King’s Mantle also boasts small, dark green leaves that make the flowers pop even more.
- ✨ It's a pruning enthusiast's dream - cut it back, and it'll reward you with even more blooms!
- ✨ Whether you plant it in sun or partial shade, King's Mantle will thrive in well-drained soil, delivering a burst of color all year long.
📚 Learn more from previous post:
Perfect everblooming hedge for shade
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The King of Top Tropicals
Meet
Kingston, the renowned and Native Russian Blue Cat of TopTropicals Kingdom! King is
our official greeter, welcoming all visitors to our Garden Center in Ft Myers. If you've been here before, you definitely
know King!
Before you head out, be sure to check your car, especially the trunk - King
loves an adventure and has already "hitchhiked" his way into more than a few
long trips back home!
King is jealous
King the Cat
- 🐾 Guess who is also helping with shipping plants? King got jealous and told Chiane that it's not fair to give Mittens all the credit for the packing work. He does his share too!
- 🐾 King is one of TopTropicals oldest cats. He is a veteran of Plant Shipping!
- 🐾 Check out King's riding a bike and his hobo adventures.
🐈📸 King the Cat is helping Chiane to pack plants at TopTropicals PeopleCats.Garden
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Fun Fact: King Anthurium
Anthurium veitchii - King Anthurium
Anthurium veitchii - King Anthurium
Anthurium veitchii - King Anthurium
🔖 Crowning its title, Anthurium veitchii - King Anthurium - boasts leaves up to 3 feet long! Majestic houseplant! Very hard to find, rare plant.
#Fun_Facts #Nature_Wonders #Container_Garden #Shade_Garden
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The King of all Anthuriums
King Anthurium - Anthurium veitchii
- 👑 Anthurium veitchii isn't called the "King" for nothing! This majestic houseplant shows off long, rippling leaves that can stretch up to 3 feet, starting with a heart-shaped base -because even royalty has a soft side!
- 👑 Its glossy, textured foliage gives your space instant jungle vibes, making it a standout in any room. Low-maintenance and full of personality, the King Anthurium brings a regal flair to your plant collection.
- 👑 Just give it bright, indirect light, and watch this leafy monarch rule your home with elegance!
🛒 Get your own King Anthurium
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PeopleCats of TopTropicals. Cat of the day: King the Biker
King just keeps winning "Cat of the Day" honorable title! Last time he excelled in his traveling talents, and today is no exception. Since he was scolded for his unapproved trip to Miami, got his drivers license suspended and now is strictly prohibited from big-time traveling... he learned how to ride a bike!
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Make your kind donation today and
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Meet PeopleCats of TopTropicals. Cat of the day: Russian Blue - a true Angel
Many customers ask if they can adopt one of our PeopleCats. Sorry, the answers is no, because they are not only members
of our family, but also valuable employees who help us around the nursery:
to grow and ship plants, work on construction projects, and even take care of
property security. However, we can give some advise on what kind of cats make
the most purrrfect companions.
If you are searching for a pet with a heart of an Angel, who is gentle and
loving, the Russian Blue is the perfect purrson to add to your family. The
Russian Blue breed comes in beautiful shades of gray, varying from a light
shimmering silver to a darker, slate gray. Their short, dense coat has been the
hallmark of the Russian breed for more than a century. It is a naturally
occurring breed originated in the port of Arkhangelsk in Russia. They are also
sometimes called ArchAngel Blues. It is believed that sailors took Russian Blues
from the Archangel Isles to Great Britain and Northern Europe in the
1860s.
Throughout the history of Top Tropicals, we've had many Russian Blues,
including famous Wesley, Marco, and King that are loved by everyone.
In the photo: TopTropicals editor Alex with Gosha - manager of the Puppet Kingdom, Museum of Dolls in Preili, Latvia
In the photo: King is checking security of the new window
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Thank you for supporting us in helping PeopleCat Community!
Make
your kind donation today and receive a surprise gift from us! Every little
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