Date: 24 Jun 2018
Growing Bougainvillea and Plumeria in Florida
Q: I have recently moved from New Jersey to Florida (Orlando area) and I am so excited to start my own Tropical Paradise Garden! A few years ago I visited Hawaii and saw many beautiful colorful Bougainvilleas as well as fragrant Frangipani. Do they grow well in Florida? These are flowers of my dream!
A:
Both Bougainvillea and Plumeria grow well in most
parts of Florida, especially South and Southwest.
Bougainvillea can tolerate some light freeze and can be
seen in the streets of Central Florida (young plants
require some cold protection for the first year), so it is
a very good candidate for your new garden. Keep in mind
that unlike in Hawaii, where they bloom year around,
Bougainvilleas tend to have a distinctive flowering season
which in Florida is winter time - these plants enjoy dry
weather that triggers their bloom. To enjoy Bright
bougainvillea flowers for a long time, apply balanced fertilizer, prune
regularly (this promotes flowering on new growth) and keep
established plants on a dry side. Dwarf cultivar Pixie is super compact and
can be grown in pots or in a small garden without any
pruning! See photo of Pixie on the left.
Plumerias, all-time perfume
favorites and symbols of Hawaii, are also residents of
many gardens and collections throughout state of Florida.
Their cold hardiness is close to the one of Bougainvillea,
however keep young plants protected from frost. There are
also many new exciting cultivars including multiple
"rainbow" colors, and several dwarf varieties, some of
them are evergreen - Plumeria obtusa
Date: 21 Oct 2025
Cassias - colorful flowering trees
📸 Pictures for the previous post, Cassias:
Cassia bicapsularis - Butterfly Bush
Cassia x natalensis - Rainbow Cassia
Cassia grandis- Red Cassia
Cassia didymobotrya- Popcorn Cassia, similar to Senna alata - Empress Candles
Cassia x nodosa - Pink Shower
Cassia roxburghii - Ceylon Senna
Cassia fistula - Golden Shower
Cassia javanica - Apple Blossom Tree
🛒 Explore Cassia trees
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Date: 17 Jan 2026
Ti plant leaf color meaning
Hawaiian Ti plant (Cordyline fruticosa)
🌈 Ti plant leaf color meaning
The Hawaiian Ti plant (Cordyline fruticosa) is more than just a colorful tropical accent. Across Polynesian, Hawaiian, and Southeast Asian cultures, the color of ti plant leaves has long been associated with different meanings, moods, and uses - both symbolic and practical.
- 🌈 Green leaves Green ti plants are linked to peace, balance, and steady growth. Traditionally, they were planted around homes for protection and good fortune. In the garden, green varieties are usually the toughest and most shade-tolerant.
- 🌈 Red and deep burgundy leaves Red ti plants are associated with strength, power, and protection. In Hawaiian tradition, red ti leaves were believed to ward off negative energy and were often used in ceremonies. Garden-wise, deeper reds usually mean more sun exposure and stronger pigmentation.
- 🌈 Pink, magenta, and multicolor leaves These colorful ti plants symbolize joy, celebration, and creativity. They are often used as ornamental focal points and in festive plantings. Variegated and pink types tend to prefer brighter light to keep their colors sharp.
- 🌈 Purple and dark-toned leaves Purple ti plants are linked to mystery, spirituality, and transformation. Their dramatic color comes from high anthocyanin levels and usually intensifies in bright light with good nutrition.
- 🌈 Yellow or light variegation Yellow tones often represent optimism and new beginnings. Plants with lighter variegation may grow a bit slower and need protection from harsh sun, but they add a softer contrast in tropical landscapes.
- 🌈 One practical note
Ti plant colors tell a story - part cultural tradition, part plant health, and part personal style in your garden.
🛒 Ti plants rainbow: collect them all
📚 Learn more:
- ✦ Cordyline fruticosa in Plant Encyclopedia
- ✦ Ti plant: bold color, easy care
- ✦ Color that lasts year-round
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Date: 12 Mar 2026
When flowers become legends
🌸 Thai flower names often sound like characters from a legend - golden spirits, celestial jewels, or lucky guardians of the garden. In Thailand, plants are not always named in a purely botanical way. Instead, breeders often choose names that carry meaning, symbolism, and a little imagination.
🌸 Looking at Adeniums through this lens feels almost magical. A flower can become a jewel, a lotus from heaven, or a golden treasure. The whimsical scenes below capture that spirit - a world where Adeniums bloom like treasures, garden fairies dance among flowers, and every name tells a story waiting to be discovered.
🛒 Explore Exotic Thai Adeniums
📚 Learn more:
- · About #Adenium Rainbow - fantastic varieties
- · How to learn the secret meanings behind Thai flower names
#Container_Garden #Adeniums #Horoscope #How_to #Discover
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Date: 17 Jul 2025
Mango tasting table with Chiane and Ashley
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#Food_Forest #Mango #Mango_Rainbow
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