Garden Blog - Top Tropicals

Date: 2 Jan 2025

Why this pepper is different?

Piper longum - Indian Long Pepper, Pippali

🍲 Why this pepper is different?

  • &🍀 Piper longum - Indian Long Pepper, Pippali - is a sweeter, less pungent cousin of black pepper, prized for its unique flavor and healing powers.
  • &🍀 Its leaves start out heart-shaped, then lengthen as the plant matures. Originating from South Asia, Pippali is a fun and exotic choice for any spice lover seeking a fresh twist on classic pepper.
  • &🍀 Its dried fruit makes a tasty seasoning, while traditional medicine loves it for soothing coughs, easing congestion, and calming upset stomachs.
  • &🍀 This vining shrub can climb a trellis or fence, preferring shady spots with regular watering.
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What is Pepper Made From? Black, white, green, and red...
How to grow your own Pepper plants. Five most valuable 'Pipers'
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Date: 13 Nov 2024

Could Mango be the secret to youthful skin?

Could Mango be the secret to youthful skin?

🥭 Could Mango be the secret to youthful skin?

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🙂 Packed with anti-aging and immune-boosting benefits, could this tropical fruit be the key to your skin's natural glow?
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    😊 Mango for Rejuvenation: Mangoes promote rejuvenation and improve skin condition, according to the research.
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    😊 Anti-Inflammatory and Anti-Aging Effects: Mango contains components with anti-inflammatory and rejuvenating properties.
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    😊 Vitamin C Boost: Mango is rich in Vitamin C and ascorbic acid, which strengthen the immune system.
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    😊 Better Iron Absorption: Mango fruit supports improved iron absorption in the body.
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    😊 Collagen Support: Mango helps maintain collagen levels in connective tissues for healthy skin.
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Date: 27 Sep 2024

How to protect Mango Trees from Cold Weather

How to protect Mango Trees from Cold Weather

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🌞 Mango trees love warm weather. They grow best in temperatures between 70F to 100F.<
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📍 Cold weather can be harmful to mango trees: when the temperature drops below freezing, trees can get damaged. Frost can hurt young leaves and flowers, reducing the amount of fruit.<

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    🔹 Right location: Plant in sunny areas with protection from cold winds.
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    🔹 Cover them up: Use blankets or frost cloth to protect young trees.
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    🔹 Add mulch: Helps keep the roots warm during cold weather.
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    🔹 Move potted trees: Bring them inside when it gets too cold.
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    🔹 Use Sunshine Boosters to improve tree hardiness

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Fertilized mango trees are stronger and more resilient.
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  • < Sunshine Boosters provide the essential nutrients needed for strength and vigor, helping plants recover faster from cold damage.
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🥭 Sunshine Boosters "Mango Tango" makes mango trees stronger and more resistant to cold. A well-fed tree can survive cold better and produce more fruit. With Sunshine Boosters, you ensure your mango trees stay healthy, even in chilly weather!<

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Mango trees and how to deal with cold weather
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Date: 22 May 2024

Why did she say its a dog poo? Its a beauty from Argentina!

Caudiciform Morning Glory - Ipomoea platensis

Caudiciform Morning Glory - Ipomoea platensis

Caudiciform Morning Glory - Ipomoea platensis

Caudiciform Morning Glory - Ipomoea platensis

Caudiciform Morning Glory - Ipomoea platensis

Caudiciform Morning Glory - Ipomoea platensis

Caudiciform Morning Glory - Ipomoea platensis

Caudiciform Morning Glory - Ipomoea platensis

Caudiciform Morning Glory - Ipomoea platensis

Caudiciform Morning Glory - Ipomoea platensis

Caudiciform Morning Glory - Ipomoea platensis

Caudiciform Morning Glory - Ipomoea platensis

Caudiciform Morning Glory - Ipomoea platensis

Caudiciform Morning Glory - Ipomoea platensis

Caudiciform Morning Glory - Ipomoea platensis

Caudiciform Morning Glory - Ipomoea platensis

💩 💃 Why did she say it's a dog poo? It's a beauty from Argentina!

  • &🌸 This remarkable caudiciform Morning Glory - Ipomoea platensis - is native to arid regions of Argentina.
  • &🌸 This is a showy flowering vine growing from a large caudex! The caudex can be of some weird shapes and forms. Some old lady once said "it's a dog poo plant!"
  • &🌸 Similar to Desert roses (Adeniums), it grows caudex for water storage to survive extended drought periods.
  • &🌸 Caudex grows over 2 ft! Vines reach over 12 ft, covered with beautiful bell-shaped pink flowers.
  • 🌸 Can be kept as a bonsai in a pot, easy to control as a container specimen with trellis or pruning.
  • 🌸 Although it doesn't mind dry conditions, the plant benefits from regular watering and good drainage, then it grows fast.
  • &🌸 This is one of our favorite plants, easy to grow, makes a great conversation piece. It is a perfect for bonsai
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Date: 18 May 2024

What flower smells like warm chocolate?

Portlandia grandiflora - Glorious Flower of Cuba

☕️ What flower smells like warm chocolate?
  • 💙 Portlandia grandiflora - Glorious Flower of Cuba is an extremely rare plant.
  • &💙 Luscious perfume of bell-like flowers reminiscent of warm, creamy chocolate.
  • &💙 Small compact tree, perfect for containers or small gardens.
  • &💙 One of very few tropical plants that tolerate alkaline soils❗️
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