SHADE GARDEN

Shade loving and low light tolerant tropical plants that brighten dark corners and covered areas. Perfect for patios, north facing gardens, and spots with filtered or indirect sunlight.

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Aiphanes horrida (caryotifolia) - Devil Palm, Ruffle Palm

Small tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunRegular waterThorny or spinyEdible plantPalm or palm-like plant

Rare collectible! Devil Palm, Ruffle Palm, Spine Palm....  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster

Local pickup only. This item is not available for shipping. Local delivery may be available in Ft. Myers or Sebring, Florida. Contact us for an estimate. Non-pickup orders are subject to restocking fees.
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Grown in
17"/15 gal pot, large plant, pick up or delivery
1 Plant in stock
Last one
$299.95
Alocasia Boa, Upright Alocasia

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeModerate waterOrnamental foliage

Rare! Boa is an exciting new upright Alocasia that...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
Grown in
6"/1 gal or larger pot, dormant in winter
8 Plants in stock
$39.95

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Alocasia macrorrhiza Lutea, New Guinea Gold

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSemi-shadeFull sunRegular waterOrnamental foliageWhite, off-white flowersEdible plantFragrant plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeFlood tolerant plant

Alocasia New Guinea Gold is a form of Macrorrhiza...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
Grown in
14"/7 gal pot, large plant
2 Plants in stock
$69.95
Alocasia macrorrhiza Variegata, Variegated Elephant Ears

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSemi-shadeFull sunRegular waterOrnamental foliageWhite, off-white flowersEdible plantFragrant plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeFlood tolerant plant

Rare Variegated Elephant Ear, spectacular hybrid everyone...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
Grown in
6"/1 gal pot
In stock
$39.95
Alocasia odora x macrorrhiza, Giant Elephant Ear
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Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeRegular waterBog or aquatic plantOrnamental foliageWhite, off-white flowersFragrant plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeFlood tolerant plant

A breathtaking beauty, this Alocasia hybrid is excellent...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
Grown in
6"/1 gal or larger pot
In stock
$39.95
Sale $19.95
Max purchase qty: 2
Alocasia plumbea, Nigra Metallica

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunBog or aquatic plantOrnamental foliageSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeFlood tolerant plant

With purple and stems and leaves underneath, this...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
Grown in
10"/3 gal pot
1 Plant in stock
Last one
$49.95
Alpinia purpurata, Dwarf Red Cone Ginger

Small plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeShadeRegular waterRed, crimson, vinous flowersWhite, off-white flowersPink flowersSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

One of the most desirable symbols of Tropics, Alpinia...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
Grown in
6"/1 gal or larger pot
In stock
$39.95
Amorphophallus konjak, Voodoo Lily

Small plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeShadeRegular waterUnusual colorEdible plantDeciduous plantEthnomedical plant.
Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles.
Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Irritating plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Amorphophallus konjac is one of the largest flowers,...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
Grown in
4-6" pot, dormant in winter
In stock
$29.95
Anchomanes difformis, Amorphophallus difformis var. Benin
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Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSemi-shadeRegular waterDeciduous plantEthnomedical plant.
Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles.
Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Irritating plant

This is a very rare species in cultivation, and likely a one time offering.
These unusual plants grow from a thick, slowly growing tuber, often branching, which creeps horizontally just below the soil surface. Horizontal tuber can measure up to 30" long by 10" across, the plant produces one huge, much-divided leaf with a stout prickly stem. The compound leaves are up to 30 inches tall and are supported on slender spotted stems with very rose-like thorns. The fascinating leaves are an enlogated bi-lobed bat shape, often with fenestrations (window holes).
Most unusual aroid, distantly related to Amorphophallus. Originated from an ethnobotanist in the jungles of Benin, along the west coast of Africa. The indigenous people there use the species for a variety of medicinal properties.

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
Grown in
4-6" pot, small plant
In stock
$29.95
Anthurium Black Dragon

Small plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeModerate waterRegular waterOrnamental foliageUnusual colorSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

The Black Dragon has the most awesome dark upright...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
Grown in
6"/1 gal pot, blooming size plant
In stock
$49.95

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Anthurium hookeri, Giant Birds Nest

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeShadeEpiphyte plantKeep soil moistOrnamental foliageSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Giant Bird's nest anthurium. For those that love jungly...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
Grown in
10"/3 gal pot
In stock
$39.95
Anthurium vittariifolium, Long Leaf Anthurium

Small plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeShadeRegular waterEpiphyte plantKeep soil moistOrnamental foliageSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Very rare! Anthurium vittariifolium (sometimes spelled...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
Grown in
6"/1 gal pot
In stock
$39.95
Aphelandra hartwegiana, Yellow Aphelandra

Small plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeShadeFull sunRegular waterYellow, orange flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowers

Yellow Aphelandra. Yellow flowers emerge out of long...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Grown in
10"/3 gal pot
6 plants in stock
$49.95
Artabotrys siamensis - Climbing Ylang-Ylang

Vine or creeper plantFull sunModerate waterYellow, orange flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsFragrant plant

Climbing Ylang-Ylang, Manorangini, Hara-champa, Kantali...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Pikake - Fragrant Flower Booster
Grown in
6"/1 gal pot, large plant
In stock
$49.95
Banana Bordelon - Green Sport (Musa sp.)
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Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterRed, crimson, vinous flowersOrnamental foliage

This is a showy, natural green sport (reversion) from...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster

Local pickup only. This item is not available for shipping. Local delivery may be available in Ft. Myers or Sebring, Florida. Contact us for an estimate. Non-pickup orders are subject to restocking fees.
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Grown in
10"/3 gal pot, large plant, pick up only
3 Plants in stock
$49.95
Sale $19.95
Max purchase qty: 2
 
Banana Bordelon - Red Leaves, Red Fruit (Musa sp.)
PriceNew arrival

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterRed, crimson, vinous flowersOrnamental foliage

Not just leaves - this banana bears red fruit too!...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster

Local pickup only. This item is not available for shipping. Local delivery may be available in Ft. Myers or Sebring, Florida. Contact us for an estimate. Non-pickup orders are subject to restocking fees.
By clicking here you agree to the sale conditions
Grown in
10"/3 gal pot, large plant
5 Plants in stock
$49.95
Sale $29.95
Banana Dwarf Cavendish (Musa sp.)

Small tree 10-20 ftFull sunModerate waterEdible plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Produces wonderful tasting fruit as does the others...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
Grown in
6"/1 gal pot
1 plant in stock
Last one
$49.95
Banana Gran Nain (Musa sp.)

Small tree 10-20 ftFull sunModerate waterEdible plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Gran Nain is the true Chiquita banana, the main product...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
Grown in
10"/3 gal pot, large plant, topped for shipping
2 plants in stock
$49.95
Barleria repens Purple Prince - Small Bush Violet

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallGroundcover and low-growing 2ft plantSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterRed, crimson, vinous flowersPink flowersInvasive plantPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirds

Purple Prince is a medium grower with glossy green...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Grown in
6"/1 gal pot
3 plants in stock
$19.95
Black Pepper plant, Piper nigrum

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallVine or creeper plantSemi-shadeShadeRegular waterSpice or herb plantEthnomedical plant.
Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles.
Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Fragrant plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Black pepper. Grow your own spice! Pepper is cultivated...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
Grown in
6"/1 gal or larger pot, large plant
In stock
$49.95
Brunfelsia americana, Lady of the night

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSemi-shadeFull sunRegular waterWhite, off-white flowersToxic or PoisonousPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsFragrant plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Lady of the night. Medium size bush with large white...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Pikake - Fragrant Flower Booster
Grown in
6"/1 gal or larger pot
In stock
$29.95
Brunfelsia grandiflora, Yesterday-Today-Tomorrow

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeShadeRegular waterBlue, lavender, purple flowersWhite, off-white flowersPink flowersToxic or PoisonousPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsFragrant plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Yesterday-Today-Tomorrow, Kiss-me-quick. Showy flowers...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Grown in
10"/3 gal pot
3 plants in stock
$49.95
Brunfelsia nitida, Lady of the night

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeRegular waterWhite, off-white flowersToxic or PoisonousPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsFragrant plant

Very fragrant Lady of the Night. It has creamy white...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Pikake - Fragrant Flower Booster
Grown in
6"/1 gal or larger pot
In stock
$29.95
Calathea lancifolia, Rattlesnake Plant

Small plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeShadeRegular waterOrnamental foliageWhite, off-white flowers

Rattlesnake Plant. One of the best indoor ornamental...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
Grown in
6"/1 gal pot
6 Plants in stock
$29.95

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Calathea makoyana, Peacock plant

Groundcover and low-growing 2ft plantSemi-shadeShadeKeep soil moistOrnamental foliage

Calathea, Peacock plant. Handsomely patterned foliage.
See Article - How to grow Calathea indoors.

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
Grown in
6"/1 gal pot
6 Plants in stock
$29.95

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Shade garden Q&A

How to finding plants for the shade garden?

What are the best plants for shade you might ask? Well there are so many, it is hard to pick just a few. It really depends on your space and your own personal tastes. If you are just looking for a nice ground cover for your shade space, consider one of the most colorful shade plants, Alternanthera dentata also known as Red Thread Burgundy. It is a beautiful burgundy color and will spread to form a low mound of color. It is pretty friendly to other plants and when planted around evergreen shade plants it makes a wonderful contrast.

Are there any tropical trees that do better in shade?

The Chocolate tree, Theobrama Cacao is a wonderful tree. It is an evergreen that loves shade, but it does require temperatures that stay above 50° F. If you have other tall trees to provide a good shade and you are in a tropical area, it is one to consider. Grow it and harvest the beans to make your own hot chocolate or better yet some chocolate syrup for your ice cream. If you like coffee, consider growing your own coffee tree in the shade. If you don’t like coffee, you should grow it and just enjoy the beautiful red coffee beans.

Are there any colorful flowering bushes or plants for shade?

You would be surprised at the number of flowers that love the shade. Here you will find many flowers and several flowering shrubs for shade. Many of these plants will tolerate a mix of sun and shade, so read the descriptions to pick those that best fit your area.

Where to buy tropical plants for shade area?

Many of tropical plants for shade garden are available for purchase in our online store. We ship all across the USA. If you are in the Southwest Florida, Ft. Myers area, the best way to find the perfect tropical plant is to visit our Garden Center located at 13890 Orange River Blvd., Ft. Myers, FL 33905. Our dedicated and knowledgeable staff will help you select the best plants for your personal situation.