Information About Tropical Gardens

You don’t have to live in the tropics to enjoy tropical gardening. There are numerous types of tropical plants for the garden, many of which include hardy tropicals. By using the tropical gardening information in this section, you will find a number of tips for gardening with exotics. You will learn about individual tropical plants, their growing and care requirements and how to deal with common issues affecting them. So whether you’re interested in growing tropical plants in the home or hardy tropicals in the garden, you’ll find just what you need here.

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5 Tropical Plants With White Flowers: Bright White Blooms For Tropical Gardens

By Tonya Barnett, (Author of FRESHCUTKY)

As long as you bring inside, anyone can grow tropical flowers. Here are five popular white tropical flowers for your garden.

10 Red Tropical Flowers – Tropical Plants With Red Flowers And Green Foliage

By Tonya Barnett, (Author of FRESHCUTKY)

Here are ten bright red tropical flowers that are sure to please ornamental gardeners growing under any weather conditions.

Full Sun Tropical Plants – Growing Tropical Plants In Sun Areas

By Susan Patterson, Master Gardener

Tropical plants are beloved in sunny summer gardens with their brightly colored, exotic flowers and foliage. Click here for sun lovers to add in yours.

Tropicals For Summer Centerpieces: Growing Tropical Flower Arrangements

By Mary H. Dyer, Credentialed Garden Writer

Looking for an exotic touch to summer centerpieces or colorful flower arrangements? Here are a few tropical plant suggestions to pique your interest.

Cool Climate Tropical Gardens: Best Plants For A Tropical Look In Cold Climates

By Liz Baessler

If you don't live in a tropical area, you don't have to despair. There are ways to achieve that tropical look even if your local temperature dips well below freezing. Learn more about creating tropical gardens in a cool climate here.

Tropical Gardening: Tips For Gardening In The Tropics

By Nikki Tilley, Author of The Bulb-o-licious Garden

Tropical gardening is not much different than any other type of gardening, as most share the same basic needs. Learn more about tropical plants and how to grow them in this article.

Growing Cold Hardy Exotic Tropical Plants Around Ponds

By Heather Rhoades

Even for gardeners who live in zone 6 or zone 5, there are many cold hardy tropical plants or bushes that can turn your water retreat into an exotic getaway. Learn more in this article.

Tropical Flowers & Plants For Borders

By Nikki Tilley, Author of The Bulb-o-licious Garden

Tired of traditional flower borders? Why not boost interest by adding an exotic flair to them. With tropical plants from this article, you can instantly add some excitement to an otherwise drab landscape.

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