Garden Blog - Top Tropicals

Date: 4 Oct 2020

What fig trees are good for Florida?

Q: My baby fig tree was sprayed by the lawn people with weed killer :( Any ideas? Also what figs do you have available to grow here in Florida?

A: Unfortunately once a plant is affected by a herbicide, there is not much you can do about it. If you don't rinse the chemical within a few seconds, it gets into the plant internal system and nothing can be done to save the plant. The tree may remain green for a few days up to a week, but then gradually dies back. If your fig tree wasn't rinsed immediately after herbicide spray, it is probably too late.
If you want to replace it with a new one, here is a few suggestions of our favorite fig varieties which are great producers and grow well in Florida heat:

Brown Turkey Fig - our favorite!
Black Mission Fig
Beers Black Fig
Texas Everbearing Fig
Magnolia Fig
LSU Purple Fig
Olympian Fig
Texas Blue Giant Fig
See full list of Fig Trees.

Make sure to get appropriate plant food for your fig tree so it develops faster for you and gets well-established before winter: SUNSHINE C-Cibus - Crop Nutrition Booster from Garden Series, or Combo Total Feed Collection - all nutrients in just one bottle, for fruit trees and edibles.

Date: 6 Jun 2024

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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Date: 4 Oct 2024

How big is the Little Gem?

Little Gem Magnolia - Magnolia grandiflora - Southern Magnolia

Little Gem Magnolia - Magnolia grandiflora - Southern Magnolia

Little Gem Magnolia - Magnolia grandiflora - Southern Magnolia, flower

Little Gem Magnolia - Magnolia grandiflora - Southern Magnolia, flower

Little Gem Magnolia - Magnolia grandiflora - Southern Magnolia, tree

Little Gem Magnolia - Magnolia grandiflora - Southern Magnolia, tree

Little Gem Magnolia - Magnolia grandiflora - Southern Magnolia, flower

Little Gem Magnolia - Magnolia grandiflora - Southern Magnolia, flower

💎 How big is the Little Gem?

  • 🕊 Looking for a cold-hardy tree with majestic flowers and a scent that could make angels swoon? Meet the Little Gem Magnolia! This delightful dwarf variety of the Magnolia grandiflora - Southern Magnolia - packs all the charm without the towering height.
  • 🕊 With large, perfect white flowers that emit a divine fragrance, this beautiful columnar tree is like nature's perfume dispenser.
  • 🕊 The leaves? They’re fluffy and brown underneath, like a teddy bear wearing a velvet jacket!
  • 🕊 Though it’s called a "dwarf," don’t be fooled - Little Gem can still reach up to 8-10 feet wide if planted in the ground, offering plenty of blooms even when young.
  • 🕊 While it's slow-growing, this compact beauty is perfect for small gardens where space is precious. Ideal perfume tree for container garden.
  • 🕊 Whether it's in a container or part of your landscape, this magnolia is a total showstopper. If you're ready for a tree that blends elegance, fragrance, and manageable size, Little Gem is your new best friend!


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Date: 10 Oct 2024

When does Champaka tree start blooming?

Joy Perfume tree (Magnolia champaca) flowers

☀️ When does Champaka tree start blooming?

  • 🏵 Champaka, or Joy Perfume tree (Magnolia champaca) blooms in and off year around. This year it's the third time we see our trees with flowers.
  • 🏵 The flowers are used to make the world's most expensive perfume 'Joy' and smell like fruity bubble gum... you can't stop sticking your nose in this flower!


🎥 Yellow Champaka in bloom. This tree is 3 years old.

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Date: 28 Nov 2024

How soon will Persimmon tree fruit?

Persimmon (Diospyros kaki)

🍑 How soon will Persimmon tree fruit?

  • 🍑 Persimmons (Diospyros sp.) are fast-fruiting trees, perfect for gardeners seeking quick results.
  • 🍑 Grafted varieties begin producing fruit immediately, even on young, container-grown trees as small as 2-3 feet tall, often flowering in their first year.
  • 🍑 When planted in the ground, persimmons grow into compact, space-efficient trees that reliably produce a bountiful harvest every year.


📚 Learn more from previous post:


Native American Persimmon
Persimmons: best varieties for container culture
How to grow Persimmon tree

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