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Good luck tree that brings money and prosperity? And yet shade, spectacular flowers and edible nuts? It is. A Top Tropicals Garden Blog post.

Good luck tree that brings money and prosperity? And yet shade, spectacular flowers and edible nuts? It is

Pachira aquatica (Bombax glabra) - Malabar Peanut or Guiana Chestnut

💰Good luck tree that brings money and prosperity? And yet shade, spectacular flowers and edible nuts? It is Guiana Chestnut!
  • Pachira aquatica (Bombax glabra) - Malabar Peanut or Guiana Chestnut is a beautiful, fast growing flowering tree with edible nuts!
  • Tropical wetland tree native to Central and South America, known for its large, glossy leaves and its distinctive, braided trunk.
  • The tree is believed to bring good luck and prosperity to those who own it, and is sometimes referred to as a "money tree."
  • Pachira aquatica is also used in traditional medicine and often used for bonsai.


❓ What other plants bring good luck? Share in comments👇

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2 most favorite flowering trees for small yards. A Top Tropicals Garden Blog post.

2 most favorite flowering trees for small yards

2 most favorite flowering trees for small yards 2 most favorite flowering trees for small yards 2 most favorite flowering trees for small yards 2 most favorite flowering trees for small yards
🌸 2 most favorite flowering trees for small yards

❓ What tree to plant when you have a limited space? Two winners under 20 ft will fit any garden setting:

💛 Tabebuia chrysotricha - Dwarf Golden Tabebuia

💗 Tabebuia impetiginosa - Dwarf Pink Tabebuia

  • ✔️ These two small trees are spectacular bloomers in late winter to spring. The leafless trees are covered with bright flowers - yellow and pink. The flowers cover these trees completely, before new leaves appear.

  • ✔️ They both are great or container culture. Perfect for small yard or patio.

  • ✔️ Hardy and easy to grow.


🎥 Video of spectacular Tabebuia bloom in earlier post

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2 most favorite flowering trees for small yards. A Top Tropicals Garden Blog post.

2 most favorite flowering trees for small yards

Tabebuia chrysotricha - Dwarf Golden Tabebuia tree

Tabebuia chrysotricha - Dwarf Golden Tabebuia tree

Tabebuia chrysotricha - Dwarf Golden Tabebuia flowers

Tabebuia chrysotricha - Dwarf Golden Tabebuia flowers

Tabebuia impetiginosa - Dwarf Pink Tabebuia tree

Tabebuia impetiginosa - Dwarf Pink Tabebuia tree

Tabebuia impetiginosa - Dwarf Pink Tabebuia flowers

Tabebuia impetiginosa - Dwarf Pink Tabebuia flowers

🌸 2 most favorite flowering trees for small yards

❓ What tree to plant when you have a limited space? Two winners under 20 ft will fit any garden setting:

💛 Tabebuia chrysotricha - Dwarf Golden Tabebuia

💗 Tabebuia impetiginosa - Dwarf Pink Tabebuia
  • ✔️ These two small trees are spectacular bloomers in late winter to spring. The leafless trees are covered with bright flowers - yellow and pink. The flowers cover these trees completely, before new leaves appear.
  • ✔️ They both are great or container culture. Perfect for small yard or patio.
  • ✔️ Hardy and easy to grow.


🎥 Video of spectacular Tabebuia bloom in earlier post

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What is the best shade tree that is fast growing and beautiful? A Top Tropicals Garden Blog post.

What is the best shade tree that is fast growing and beautiful?

Bauhinia blakeana - Hong Kong Orchid Tree flower

Bauhinia blakeana - Hong Kong Orchid Tree flower

Bauhinia blakeana - Hong Kong Orchid Tree

Bauhinia blakeana - Hong Kong Orchid Tree

🌳 What is the best shade tree that is fast growing and beautiful?
  • 🌸 Orchid trees that we mentioned earlier are one of the most popular shade trees in Southern gardens.
  • 🌸 Bauhinia blakeana - Hong Kong Orchid Tree - is the most beautiful of all orchid trees.
  • 🌸 It has the largest flowers, brightly colored.
  • 🌸 Winter bloomer.
  • 🌸 Starts flowering in very small size, when only 2-3 ft tall.
  • 🌸 Very fast growing.


📚 Learn more: Bauhinias - trees with Orchid Flowers and Butterfly Wings
🎥 YouTube Video: Hong Kong Orchid Tree

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When is the best time to plant a tree? A Top Tropicals Garden Blog post.

When is the best time to plant a tree?

When is the best time to plant a tree?
🌳 When is the best time to plant a tree? 🌳

  • 🌴 "A society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know they shall never sit in." - Greek proverb

  • 🌴 "The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. And the second best time is now." - Chinese Proverb.

  • 🌴 "Someone is sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago." - Warren Buffett

  • 🌴 "Regardless of which wisdom you follow, plant a tree today to make the difference. You have a chance to see the shade very soon." - TopTropicals.


🛒 Plant a Tree

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What is the symbol of exotic allure? Meet legendary Coral Trees - A Top Tropicals Garden Blog post.

What is the symbol of exotic allure? Meet legendary Coral Trees -

Coral Tree - Erythrina - Butea monosperma

Coral Tree - Erythrina - Butea monosperma

Coral Tree - Erythrina

Coral Tree - Erythrina

Coral Tree - Erythrina

Coral Tree - Erythrina

Coral Tree - Erythrina

Coral Tree - Erythrina

Coral Tree - Erythrina

Coral Tree - Erythrina

Coral Tree - Erythrina crysta-galli

Coral Tree - Erythrina crysta-galli

What is the symbol of exotic allure? Meet legendary Coral Trees - Erythrinas...
  • 💋 Vivid red blooms: striking, coral-red flowers that create a breathtaking visual display.
  • 💋 Eye-catching: makes a stunning focal point with its bold and vibrant floral clusters.
  • 💋 Fast-growing: quickly develops into a magnificent tree.
  • 💋 Unique branch structure: an interesting, sculptural form that adds architectural interest even when not in bloom.
  • 💋 Pollinator magnet: attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies, supporting local wildlife. 🐞🐝
  • 💋 Drought tolerant: withstands dry conditions once established.
  • 💋 Adaptable: thrives in a range of soils, demonstrating versatility and hardiness.
  • 💋 Low maintenance: requires minimal care.
  • 💋 Legendary beauty: often considered a symbol of exotic allure, brings a touch of the extraordinary to a Southern landscape.


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Are you ready for this massive sausage? Meet the tree everyone's talking about: sausages growing on a tree! A Top Tropicals Garden Blog post.

Are you ready for this massive sausage? Meet the tree everyones talking about: sausages growing on a tree!

Sausage Tree from Africa - Kigelia pinnata fruit

Sausage Tree from Africa - Kigelia pinnata fruit

Sausage Tree from Africa - Kigelia pinnata

Sausage Tree from Africa - Kigelia pinnata

Sausage Tree from Africa - Kigelia pinnata flower

Sausage Tree from Africa - Kigelia pinnata flower

Sausage Tree from Africa - Kigelia pinnata fruit

Sausage Tree from Africa - Kigelia pinnata fruit

Sausage Tree from Africa - Kigelia pinnata fruit

Sausage Tree from Africa - Kigelia pinnata fruit

Sausage Tree from Africa - Kigelia pinnata fruit

Sausage Tree from Africa - Kigelia pinnata fruit

🌭 Are you ready for this massive sausage? Meet the tree everyone's talking about: sausages growing on a tree!
  • Crazy Fruits: The Sausage Tree from Africa - Kigelia pinnata - lives up to its name with giant, sausage-shaped fruits that can grow over 2 feet long - talk about a conversation starter!
  • Nighttime Drama: It blooms stunning maroon flowers that come alive at night, releasing a musky scent to attract bats - it's like a plant's version of nightlife!
  • Medicinal: This tree isn't just for show; it's packed with traditional medicinal uses. Nature’s pharmacy!
  • Symbolism. These big, sausage-like fruits... They've earned the tree a cheeky reputation for symbolizing fertility and virility - definitely a plant with personality!
  • Garden Superstar: With its quirky fruits and eye-catching flowers, the Sausage Tree is a must-have for exotic garden collection. It is easy to grow and hard to kill. Heat- and drought tolerant, and very fast growing.


🛒 Get your own Sausage Tree

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What is a perfect shade tree with flower benefits? Discover the sunny Kassod Tree. A Top Tropicals Garden Blog post.

What is a perfect shade tree with flower benefits? Discover the sunny Kassod Tree

What is a perfect shade tree with flower benefits? Discover the sunny Kassod Tree What is a perfect shade tree with flower benefits? Discover the sunny Kassod Tree What is a perfect shade tree with flower benefits? Discover the sunny Kassod Tree
🌻 What is a perfect shade tree with flower benefits? Discover the sunny Kassod Tree...

  • 🟡 Cassia siamea - Kassod Tree (Siamese Senna) is a remarkable subtropical tree known for several special features:

  • 🟡 Fast Growing, making it an excellent choice for quick shade and ornamental use.

  • 🟡 Bright yellow flowers that bloom in clusters, adding a vibrant splash of color.

  • 🟡 Evergreen foliage: lush green leaves year-round, providing continuous beauty and shade.

  • 🟡 Hardy: highly resilient and can thrive in a variety of soil types and conditions, including poor soils and dry climates. Tolerates both light frost and summer heat.

  • 🟡 Low maintenance, easy care, not messy, making it an ideal choice for both novice and experienced gardeners.

  • 🟡 Nitrogen fixation: Improves soil fertility by fixing nitrogen, benefiting surrounding plants and enhancing garden productivity.

  • 🟡 Medicinal use: herbal medicine (laxative properties and to treat various ailments).

  • 🟡 Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, supporting local biodiversity and ecosystem health 🐞🐝

  • 🟡 Shade provider: Ideal for creating shaded areas in gardens and landscapes, contributing to a cooler environment during hot weather.


🛒 Add shade and color to your garden with Kassod Tree

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What is a perfect shade tree with flower benefits? Discover the sunny Kassod Tree. A Top Tropicals Garden Blog post.

What is a perfect shade tree with flower benefits? Discover the sunny Kassod Tree

Cassia siamea - Kassod Tree (Siamese Senna)

Cassia siamea - Kassod Tree (Siamese Senna)

Cassia siamea - Kassod Tree (Siamese Senna)

Cassia siamea - Kassod Tree (Siamese Senna)

Cassia siamea - Kassod Tree (Siamese Senna)

Cassia siamea - Kassod Tree (Siamese Senna)

🌻 What is a perfect shade tree with flower benefits? Discover the sunny Kassod Tree...
  • 🟡 Cassia siamea - Kassod Tree (Siamese Senna) is a remarkable subtropical tree known for several special features:
  • 🟡 Fast Growing, making it an excellent choice for quick shade and ornamental use.
  • 🟡 Bright yellow flowers that bloom in clusters, adding a vibrant splash of color.
  • 🟡 Evergreen foliage: lush green leaves year-round, providing continuous beauty and shade.
  • 🟡 Hardy: highly resilient and can thrive in a variety of soil types and conditions, including poor soils and dry climates. Tolerates both light frost and summer heat.
  • 🟡 Low maintenance, easy care, not messy, making it an ideal choice for both novice and experienced gardeners.
  • 🟡 Nitrogen fixation: Improves soil fertility by fixing nitrogen, benefiting surrounding plants and enhancing garden productivity.
  • 🟡 Medicinal use: herbal medicine (laxative properties and to treat various ailments).
  • 🟡 Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, supporting local biodiversity and ecosystem health 🐞🐝
  • 🟡 Shade provider: Ideal for creating shaded areas in gardens and landscapes, contributing to a cooler environment during hot weather.


🛒 Add shade and color to your garden with Kassod Tree

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Try cleaning bottles with this brush! A Top Tropicals Garden Blog post.

Try cleaning bottles with this brush!

Bottlebrush Tree (Callistemon spp.)

Bottlebrush Tree (Callistemon spp.)

Bottlebrush Tree (Callistemon spp.) Little John

Bottlebrush Tree (Callistemon spp.) Little John

Bottlebrush Tree (Callistemon spp.)

Bottlebrush Tree (Callistemon spp.)

Bottlebrush Tree (Callistemon spp.)

Bottlebrush Tree (Callistemon spp.)

Bottlebrush Tree (Callistemon spp.)

Bottlebrush Tree (Callistemon spp.)

Bottlebrush Tree (Callistemon spp.)

Bottlebrush Tree (Callistemon spp.)

♨️ Try cleaning bottles with this brush!
  • 🍾 Bottlebrush Tree (Callistemon spp.) is renowned for its spectacular, fire-red brush-like flowers and landscape appeal.
  • 🍾 Originated from Australia, this exotic tree can add a touch of exotic charm to any landscape.
  • 🍾 Cold hardy to zone 8, tolerates both cold and heat.
  • 🍾 Its striking, vibrant flowers resemble bottle brushes.
  • 🍾 Attracts pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds with its nectar-rich blooms.
  • 🍾 Adds a burst of color and texture to gardens and landscapes.
  • 🍾 Ideal for creating focal points, hedges, or as standalone specimens.
  • 🍾 Thrives in warm climates and is drought-tolerant once established, making it a low-maintenance choice for Southern landscapes.
  • 🍾 Offers many varieties, including the dwarf 'Little John,' perfect for containers, reaching only 4ft tall.


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