http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/Tropical-plants-blog.html The Tropical Plants Blog is your one-stop source for the best tropical plants and exotic flowers information on the web. en-us tropical plants Sat, 06 Aug 2011 00:38:24 GMT Sat, 06 Aug 2011 00:38:24 GMT tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/phalaenopsis-orchid-problem.html Question: My Phalaenopsis orchid has wilted, lost its blooms, and the center extension that they were attached to, is also drying up. One of its leaves Sat, 06 Aug 2011 00:38:22 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/hibiscus-plant-problem-wilt-disease.html Please help me revive my wilting Hibiscus! Question: Hi Wendy, I just moved from Edmonton to Burnaby one month ago and started buying plants for my Fri, 22 Jul 2011 03:10:38 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/peach-tree-care.html Question: My peach tree is 5/6 years old. After pollinating with a paint brush every year, it fruits. The fruit grows to walnut size and is as hard as Tue, 19 Jul 2011 19:53:05 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/brown-palm-leaves.html Question: The leaves on my palm tree just keep turning brown. What is the problem and how can I fix it? I have tried to not water it as much, watered Fri, 15 Jul 2011 17:31:21 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/fungus-gnats.html Question: How do I get rid of fungus gnats? They used to make a great fungus gnat powder, but it is no longer available. I have heard that the flies Sat, 09 Jul 2011 06:24:14 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/japanese-wisteria.html Japanese Wisteria, also known as Wisteria floribunda, is a tropical climbing vine that can grow up to forty feet (12 m) tall and produces flower cascades that are twelve to eighteen inches (30 – 45 cm) in length. The stems twine clockwise. It is native to Japan and attracts bees, butterflies, and birds. Wed, 01 Jun 2011 04:56:59 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/chinese-wisteria.html Chinese Wisteria, also known as Wisteria sinensis, is a tropical climbing vine that can grow up to thirty feet (9 m) tall and produces flowers cluster that measure six inches to one foot in length. The stems twine counter-clockwise. It is native to China and attracts bees, butterflies, and birds. Wed, 01 Jun 2011 04:53:13 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/campsis-radicans.html Campsis radicans (also known as Trumpet Vine and Trumpet Creeper) is a fast-growing, woody vine that produces clusters of vibrant trumpet-shaped flowers and can grow up to forty feet (12 m) tall. Mon, 30 May 2011 05:50:49 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/clematis-care.html Clematis care is easy when you take to time to select the best species for your comfort level and environment. With the right knowledge, many clematis varieties are easy to grow and care for. You’ll be pleasantly surprised at how simple it is to ensure your clematis plants grow and prosper. Thu, 26 May 2011 23:12:36 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/vriesea-splendens.html Vriesea splendens features rigid strap-like arching leaves, marked in irregular horizontal bands of dark green and black, which form a tight vase in the center. Mature plants grow to 20 in/50 cm tall with a spread reaching 24 in/60 cm wide. Tue, 24 May 2011 15:56:23 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/tillandsia-plants.html Tillandsia Plants (also known as Air Plant or Sky Plant) receive moisture and nutrients through the leaves. Most tillandsias do not have roots. Some species do have roots; however, the roots are primarily used to anchor the plants in place. Tue, 24 May 2011 03:03:50 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/neoregelia-carolinae.html Neoregelia carolinae gets the name Blushing Bromeliad due to the way the leaves in the center of the plant turn bright red as the plant begins to bloom. The flower itself is not showy, staying hidden deep inside the crown. Sun, 22 May 2011 00:32:04 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/zebra-plant.html The Zebra Plant (also known as Aphelandra squarrosa) is a member of the Acanthaceae family, native to Brazil. This tropical evergreen plant is best grown as a houseplant. Potted plants grow to 15 inches (38 cm), ideal for pots that are 6 inches (15 cm) in diameter. Sat, 21 May 2011 03:55:38 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/cryptanthus-acaulis.html Cryptanthus acaulis is a small bromeliad – ideal for a humid location in the home. Mature plants are 5 in/12.5 cm high and 6 in/15 cm across. This bromeliad is primarily grown for its sharp-tipped wavy leaves. Thu, 19 May 2011 03:49:55 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/billbergia-nutans.html Billbergia nutans is a popular bromeliad that is easy to grow and share with friends and family. Mature plants grow up to 16 in/40 cm tall, with a spread of 30 in/75 cm wide. Queen’s Tears thick, strap-like leaves grow upright forming an urn that must be filled with water at all times. Thu, 19 May 2011 03:48:15 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/ananas-comosus.html Ananas comosus (also known as the Ivory Pineapple and Variegated Pineapple) is grown for its long green leaves vertically striped with ivory along the leaf margins studded with sharp (sometime pink tinted) spines. Wed, 18 May 2011 03:25:06 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/aechmea-fasciata.html Aechmea fasciata (also known as the Urn Plant or Silver Vase Plant) are one of the most popular bromeliad species. They are commonly kept indoors as houseplants; however, they can be displayed outdoors as long as they are brought inside before the first frost. Wed, 18 May 2011 03:22:29 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/guzmania-lingulata.html Modern varieties of Guzmania lingulata (also known as Scarlet Star) are smaller than older strains. Scarlet Star is one of the most popular bromeliad house plants. Mature plants reach a size of 10 in/25 cm tall, with a width of 12 in/30 cm wide. Tue, 17 May 2011 23:44:47 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/hyacinth-bean-vine.html The Hyacinth Bean Vine (also known as Hyacinth Vine, Lablab purpureus, and Dolichos lablab) is a beautiful fast growing vine that puts on an amazing display of purple or white flowers, dark green foliage, and velvet-like bean pods. Tue, 17 May 2011 04:25:41 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/moonflower-vine.html The Moonflower Vine (also known as Moon Plant, Moon Vine, and Ipomoea alba) is a dramatic tropical vine that puts on a beautiful display of large, white, night-blooming flowers. Tue, 17 May 2011 03:56:05 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/amaranthus-caudatus.html The Amaranthus caudatus plant (also known as Amaranth Plant, Love-Lies-Bleeding and Tassel Flower, is an attention-getting, bushy plant from South America that can grow up to 5 feet (1.5 m) tall with a spread of 1 to 2 feet (30 – 60 cm) wide. Sun, 15 May 2011 20:18:07 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/metal-pergola.html A metal pergola is an ideal choice for adding elegant beauty and charm to your tropical garden or landscape; it’s beauty increases with age. It is a versatile structure that can be used in the garden or landscape in a variety of ways. Sun, 15 May 2011 03:25:11 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/caesalpinia-gilliesii.html Question: Can you show me a picture and the name of this plant description? They grow in clusters, the clusters have both buds and seed pods that look Fri, 13 May 2011 04:26:10 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/night-blooming-cereus-orchid-cactus-queen-of-the-night.html Question: What is this? It grew from just a leaf. A friend of mine gave me a leaf in a pot saying that the flower is interesting if i could grow it. Fri, 13 May 2011 04:00:35 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/metal-trellis-design.html Question: I would like to obtain or purchase design plans to build a metal domed trellis (over steps) to support climbing vines. Could you inform me where Fri, 13 May 2011 03:59:19 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/vinyl-pergola.html A vinyl pergola is an ideal choice for adding long-lasting beauty and charm to your tropical garden or landscape. It is a low-maintenance structure that can be used in the garden or landscape in a variety of ways. Fri, 13 May 2011 03:47:16 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/appropriate-planting-distances.html Question: My husband and I have designed a large tropical plant garden for our home in Puerto Rico and while we have been able to research appropriate Thu, 12 May 2011 02:20:39 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/shrimp-plant.html The tropical Shrimp Plant (also known as Justicia brandegeana and Beloperone guttata) is an evergreen perennial shrub with small elliptical green leaves. It is distinguished by its inflorescence, a curved display of soft overlapping pink and yellow bracts that enclose small insignificant white flowers, blooming continuously from summer to autumn. Wed, 11 May 2011 03:42:45 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/begonia-care.html Begonia care is easy when you take to time to select the best species for your comfort level and environment. With the right knowledge, many begonias are easy to grow and care for. You’ll be pleasantly surprised at how simple it is to ensure your begonia plants grow and prosper. Sat, 07 May 2011 03:38:02 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/begonia-plants.html Begonia plants include over 900 species (not including hybrids). The begonias grown as houseplants are warm-natured, and generally originate from tropical regions. Flowers are either male or female. Thu, 05 May 2011 23:41:48 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/growing-begonias.html Here you’ll find tips on growing begonias and begonia care, as well as solutions to common problems. Growing begonia plants is easy when you take to time to select the plants that match the growing environment in your home or landscape. Thu, 05 May 2011 23:32:17 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/wax-begonia.html The Wax Begonia (also known as the Begonia semperflorens-cultorum and Fibrous Begonia) is known for its round, thick, waxy leaves – giving this colorful flowering plant its common name. The leaves are usually dark-green in color. Wed, 04 May 2011 23:49:16 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/reiger-begonia.html The Reiger Begonia (also known as Rieger Begonia, Begonia hiemalis, and Winter Begonia) is a hybrid of wax begonia species and tuberous begonias. The best time to purchase Rieger Begonias from the florist is early winter, when the flowers are on the brink of blooming. Wed, 04 May 2011 20:00:44 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/arbor-trellis.html An arbor trellis is the perfect structure for adding elegant beauty and romantic charm to your tropical garden or landscape. It is available in a variety of materials, designs, and sizes. Materials include wood, metal, and vinyl. Wed, 04 May 2011 05:33:41 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/wood-trellis.html A wood trellis is an ideal choice for adding natural beauty and charm to your tropical garden or landscape. It is a versatile structure that can be used in the garden or landscape in a variety of ways. Tue, 03 May 2011 00:49:30 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/cyclamen-persicum.html Cyclamen persicum makes a beautiful accent to display indoors during its mid-winter blooming season. Brightly colored flowers bloom from upright stems growing from the center of the plant. The backswept petals come in soft shades of pink and lilac, as well as vibrant red, darker maroon, or bright white. Sun, 01 May 2011 23:19:37 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/rex-begonias.html Spectacular Rex Begonias, also known as Fancy Leaf Begonia, Painted Leaf Begonia, Iron Cross Begonia, Begonia rex, and B. masoniana, produce large leaves that are marked with dramatic colors, such as pink, green, silver and burgundy. Sat, 30 Apr 2011 05:16:54 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/slime-mold.html Question: This morning I noticed yellow goo next to the tomato plants in my garden. I don't have a clue as to what it is? It almost looked like yellow Fri, 29 Apr 2011 20:47:33 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/kaffir-lily.html The Kaffir lily, also known as Clivia miniata and Fire Lily, belongs to the the amaryllis family (Amaryllidaceae) and is native to South Africa. Clusters of 10 – 15 trumpet-shaped flowers bloom above a thick, upright stem. Fri, 29 Apr 2011 04:37:26 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/foxtail-palm.html The Foxtail palm tree, also known as Wodyetia bifurcata, is a magestic, fast-growing palm native to Australia. This palm tree can grow up to 40 feet tall and 15 feet wide. The smooth, light-gray to light-brown trunk is 12 to 18 inches in diameter, thicker at the base. Thu, 28 Apr 2011 03:01:36 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/outdoor-begonia-plant.html Question: I bought a begonia plant -it says indoor plant, can I plant it outdoors? Answer: Begonia plants can be grown outdoors as annual plants in Tue, 26 Apr 2011 21:19:34 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/palm-tree-fertilizer.html Here you’ll find tips and information on palm tree fertilizer for both indoor and outdoor palm tree species. Indoor palm trees require minimum feedings. Outdoor palms planted in the ground should be fertilized during the time it experiences the fastest growth. Fri, 22 Apr 2011 20:25:10 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/growing-palm-trees.html Here you’ll find tips and information on growing palm trees, palm tree selection, and palm tree care. Palm trees thrive outdoors in tropical and sub-tropical climates. Potted palm trees allow you to enjoy a touch of the tropics indoors – no matter where you live. Thu, 21 Apr 2011 15:32:15 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/outdoor-palm-tree-care.html Here you’ll find tips and information on outdoor palm tree care. Palm trees thrive outdoors in tropical and sub-tropical climates. They are a popular tree in coastal areas due to their ability to withstand the heavy winds generated by tropical storms. Tue, 19 Apr 2011 19:50:01 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/indoor-palm-tree-care.html Here you’ll find tips and information on indoor palm tree care. While outdoor palms grow mostly in tropical and subtropical climates, potted palm trees allow you to enjoy a touch of the tropics indoors – no matter where you live. Sun, 17 Apr 2011 22:38:18 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/blue-jade-vine.html The Blue Jade Vine (also known as Emerald Creeper, Flor-de-Jade, and Strongylodon macrobotrys) is a beautiful tropical vine that puts on a spectacular display of turquoise colored flowers. This exotic climbing vine produces a cascade of gorgeous blue-green flowers that dangle in midair. Sun, 17 Apr 2011 03:15:58 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/meaning-of-flowers.html The meaning of flowers varies, depending on culture and perspective. Flower colors have special meanings as well. Flowers can be used to communicate ideas, send messages, and convey feelings. Fri, 15 Apr 2011 01:34:17 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/growing-ginger.html Are you considering growing ginger in your garden or landscape? Here, you’ll find information on how to grow ginger, as well as tips on ginger plant care and how to combat common pests and diseases. Thu, 14 Apr 2011 05:20:36 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/ginger-plants.html Ginger Plants (Zingiberaceae) contain around 1,000 species of tropical perennial herbs. Some gingers are cultivated for their edible rhizomes, which are used for as both a medicine and a culinary spice; others are grown for their exotic ginger flowers. Tue, 12 Apr 2011 03:19:35 GMT http://www.tropical-plants-and-flowers-guide.com/caring-for-orchids.html Caring for orchids is easy when you take to time to select the best species for your comfort level and environment. With the right knowledge, many orchids are easy to grow and care for. You’ll be pleasantly surprised at how simple it is to ensure your orchids grow and prosper. Sat, 02 Apr 2011 14:22:18 GMT