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Bleeding Heart Vine surprised everyone this year!

Bleeding Heart Vine - Clerodendrum thomsoniae

💞 Bleeding Heart Vine surprised everyone this year!

❣️ Bleeding Heart Vine (Clerodendrum thomsoniae) is not just a winter bloomer! Despite the common belief that it blooms only in winter, this beauty actually flowers year-round in warm climates, putting on a continuous display of red and white "hearts". It bloomed in winter, then in spring, and now - it's a summertime - it is still full of flowers!
❣️ The "bleeding heart" look comes from the striking contrast between the white calyx and the deep red flower inside - like a heart bursting with color.
❣️ It's a vigorous vine, perfect for trellises, arbors, or containers. It can even be trained as a shrub!
❣️ Grows best in bright filtered light or partial sun, and appreciates regular watering - but it's not fussy.
❣️ Pollinator magnet! The blooms attract hummingbirds and butterflies, adding motion and life to your garden.
❣️ Tough and tropical - i'’s hardy, low maintenance, and stays evergreen in frost-free areas.
❣️ It's not shy, not seasonal, and definitely not boring!

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🏵 What is the most wanted fragrant plant ever?

💮 We are revealing a secret, because this plant... was a creator of Top Tropicals: fragrant Jasminum Sambac.
💮 Here is the reason why every gardener wants to have this plant: the fragrance is so wonderful, it will attract you like a bee to a honey and make you feel GOOD!
💮 This video contains a unique information - a guide to different varieties of this fascinating plant - fragrant Jasmine Sambac:

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Curcuma flowers

🌷Curcuma - the tropical tulip with a secret spice twist

🌷Curcuma, also known as Siam Tulip or Turmeric, is a plant with personality! It looks like it came straight from a fairy tale with bright, showy blooms in pink, purple, white, yellow, and even orange - that rise above lush green foliage like floral fireworks.
🌷Despite its exotic looks, it’s super easy to grow. Keep the soil moist, give it filtered light, and this beauty will reward you with long-lasting blooms. This is an excellent cut flower that lasts up to 2 weeks in a vase!
🌷And here's the kicker: beneath the soil, it hides a spicy secret - its rhizomes are the source of Turmeric, the golden powder used in curry and traditional medicine. So yes, your flower garden can also be a spice rack!
🌷Curcuma thrives in warm zones but grows happily in pots too - just bring it inside when things get chilly. With its striking looks and health-boosting roots, Curcuma is your new garden showstopper and wellness booster all in one!

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Thunbergia erecta - Kings Mantle

💜 This is what we plant for a compact colorful hedge solution

💜 Thunbergia erecta - Kings Mantle - is currently in full bloom in our garden, showcasing its vibrant flowers that last almost year-round.
💜 One of our favorite flowering shrubs, it's compact, easy-going, and perfect for adding a splash of color.
💜 Available in blue, white, and even variegated lavender flowers, King's Mantle thrives in both sun and filtered light, with its dense, manageable habit making it ideal for low-growing hedges or garden specimens.
💜 It attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, and with simple pruning, it stays under 4 feet while producing a profusion of blooms.
💜 Hardy to 30°F and suitable for USDA Zones 9-11, it's also great for container gardening in colder regions.