Garden Blog - Top Tropicals

Date: 22 Mar 2021

NEW INTRODUCTION:
Little Duke - new variety of Jasmine Sambac

We are exited to introduce to the world of tropical plant lovers a new hybrid of Jasmine sambac Grand Duke Supreme - Little Duke!
This new variety combines benefits of 1-1.5"large, triple flowers with a compact, bushy growth habit. What an amazing gift for every jasmine lover! Unlike regular Grand Duke that tends to be leggy, this variety branches out much more and stays short with minimal pruning. Leaves are similar to Grand Duke Supreme - elongated and come in swirls of 3's and 4's. It is a fast grower, reaching mature size in no time, but the plant stays compact, producing multiple flowers on every branch.
Little Duke, or Baby Duke, is a profuse bloomer, providing lots of sun, warmth, and moderate water. It is a perfect houseplant with the strongest jasmine fragrance in the world. A must have for every jasmine collector!

The plants we currently have in stock are very large and developed, with multiple stems, some are full of buds and ready to flower for you. They are in 1 gal pots, ready to be stepped up soon. But hurry up! We have limited stock that will be sold FAST! Don't wait and get this gem today for your fragrant plant collection, before they all sold out! The next batch won't be coming until a few months later and the plants will be much smaller...

Date: 10 Mar 2021

Healthy Plants: Q&A from Mr Booster

Jasmine Grand Duke flowering

Q: Hey can you help me figure out why my jasmine grand duke supreme is not flowering? Ive had it for almost a year (in NY) and only had 1 flower bloom and that immediately turned brown and died. Since then no flowers have come. The leaves are green and healthy and its growing like crazy but not flowers. Please help me figure this out.

A: For profuse flowering, Jasmine sambac needs 2 things: bright light and special plant food. We have plenty of both here in Florida. If your grow this plant indoors in colder climate, get it to flowering can be a bit tricky.
Your plant grows well overall with lots of vegetative growth, this is a good sign, it means it's healthy, and not being overwatered which is one of the most common problems with Sambacs. You're doing a great job! This jasmine just needs more sun and fertilizer.
Make sure to keep it in the brightest spot of your home. The more hours of light, the better. When night temperatures stay above 65F, it is beneficial to bring the plant outside on a balcony, patio, or in a garden in full sun as a potted specimen (move to bright light gradually). You should give this Jasmine plenty of food with every watering. We recommend SUNSHINE Pikake - Fragrant Flower Booster. This is a natural fertilizer that can be applied to plants year round without risk of burning the roots or nutrient lock up in the soil. It provides all necessary elements for the flowering cycle - just add a bit into watering can, every time you water.

Date: 3 Jul 2024

What is the best showy shrub to plant under a shade tree?

Tabernaemontana divaricata - Pinwheel Jasmine, Crape Jasmine

What is the best showy shrub to plant under a shade tree?



💮 Tabernaemontana divaricata, also known as Pinwheel Jasmine or Crape Jasmine, is a true garden gem, blooming year-round to bring constant beauty to your outdoor space.

💮 This cute bush can be also shaped into a small tree.

💮 It looks beautiful beneath palms or trees.

💮 Blooms year-round with pretty, white, pinwheel-shaped flowers.

💮 Needs bright light for profuse blooming, but can tolerate shade conditions.

💮 Makes your garden look stunning all year around.

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Date: 2 Jun 2024

Why everybody wants this plant? Intoxicating sweet fragrance is the answer!

Cestrum nocturnum - Night blooming jasmine

Cestrum nocturnum - Night blooming jasmine

Cestrum nocturnum - Night blooming jasmine

Cestrum nocturnum - Night blooming jasmine

Cestrum nocturnum - Night blooming jasmine

Cestrum nocturnum - Night blooming jasmine

Cestrum nocturnum - Night blooming jasmine

Cestrum nocturnum - Night blooming jasmine

🍬 Why everybody wants this plant? Intoxicating sweet fragrance is the answer! Do you have one?

Cestrum nocturnum - Night blooming jasmine.

⭐️ This fast growing, dense shrub is a garden favorite, one of the most famous and desirable fragrant plants.

🌃 The sweetest fragrance at night is intoxicating.

🌄 Flowers are pale yellow to white, open at night and stay extremely fragrant until sunrise.

🙏 These flowers are widely used in India and other countries of South Asia for perfumery, medicinal applications and in religious ceremonies.

🏡 Best location will be near driveway, window or entrance, where the magic fragrance can be appreciated.

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Date: 10 Dec 2024

What is the best Jasmine bush for an easy landscaping?

Jasminum multiflorum (pubescens) - Angel Hair Jasmine

🔤 What is the best Jasmine bush for an easy landscaping?



🌸 Jasminum multiflorum (pubescens) - Angel Hair Jasmine - is a fragrant, fast-growing charmer for Southern landscape.

🌸 Bloom beauty: Sweet-scented, starry white flowers bloom almost year-round.

🌸 Wildlife friendly: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.

🌸 Growth: Fast-growing, bushy, and dense - a perfect hedge option! Grows 5–6 ft with soft, velvety leaves.

🌸 Care: Loves well-drained soil, handles sun to semi-shade, and even tolerates seaside conditions.

🌸 Zones: Thrives in USDA Zones 9–11 or as a potted indoor beauty in colder areas.

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