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    • Five Yellow Flowers for a Tropical-Style Garden: Exotic Blooms with Unique Appeal

      September 4, 2024

      Five Plants to Add Height to a UK Tropical-Style Garden: Majestic Choices with Unique Appeal

      September 2, 2024

      Tropical Heat: Three Fiery Orange Flowers to Ignite Your UK Garden

      September 2, 2024

      Top Five Purple Foliage Plants for a Tropical Garden: Adding Drama and Depth

      August 30, 2024

      Five Plants with Serrated Leaves to Add Texture to a UK Tropical-Style Garden

      August 30, 2024
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      December 22, 2025

      Bromeliad Grow Guide

      December 16, 2025

      Yucca rostrata (Beaked Yucca)

      November 4, 2025

      The Power of Flowers in a Tropical Garden

      January 6, 2025

      Trochodendron aralioides: A Comprehensive Grow Guide

      September 19, 2024

      Growing Boehmeria sieboldiana in a UK Tropical-Style Garden

      September 18, 2024
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    • How to Start a Tropical Garden in the UK

      December 15, 2025

      Avoid common Mistakes That Ruin Tropical Gardens in the UK

      December 15, 2025

      Choose a Theme – Defining the Character of Your Tropical Garden

      December 15, 2025
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      December 22, 2025

      How Hardy Are Hibiscus? A Guide for Gardeners

      December 22, 2025

      What’s the difference between warm and cold Brugmansias?

      October 26, 2025

      What Does It Mean When Bamboo Flowers and Dies?

      July 10, 2025

      Are Butia capitata and Butia odorata different plants?

      March 17, 2025

      How and When to wake up Colocasias

      January 31, 2025
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    • Five Yellow Flowers for a Tropical-Style Garden: Exotic Blooms with Unique Appeal

      September 4, 2024

      Five Plants to Add Height to a UK Tropical-Style Garden: Majestic Choices with Unique Appeal

      September 2, 2024

      Tropical Heat: Three Fiery Orange Flowers to Ignite Your UK Garden

      September 2, 2024

      Top Five Purple Foliage Plants for a Tropical Garden: Adding Drama and Depth

      August 30, 2024

      Five Plants with Serrated Leaves to Add Texture to a UK Tropical-Style Garden

      August 30, 2024
  • GROW GUIDES
    • Christmas Cactus Grow Guide

      December 22, 2025

      Bromeliad Grow Guide

      December 16, 2025

      Yucca rostrata (Beaked Yucca)

      November 4, 2025

      The Power of Flowers in a Tropical Garden

      January 6, 2025

      Trochodendron aralioides: A Comprehensive Grow Guide

      September 19, 2024

      Growing Boehmeria sieboldiana in a UK Tropical-Style Garden

      September 18, 2024
  • HOW TO
    • How to Start a Tropical Garden in the UK

      December 15, 2025

      Avoid common Mistakes That Ruin Tropical Gardens in the UK

      December 15, 2025

      Choose a Theme – Defining the Character of Your Tropical Garden

      December 15, 2025
  • QUESTIONS
    • Does the Christmas Cactus need 12 hours dark to flower?

      December 22, 2025

      How Hardy Are Hibiscus? A Guide for Gardeners

      December 22, 2025

      What’s the difference between warm and cold Brugmansias?

      October 26, 2025

      What Does It Mean When Bamboo Flowers and Dies?

      July 10, 2025

      Are Butia capitata and Butia odorata different plants?

      March 17, 2025

      How and When to wake up Colocasias

      January 31, 2025
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      • Warm temperate
      • Tender plants
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      • Hardy mild winter
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      • Very Hardy plants
    • Plant Type
      • Annuals and Biennials
      • Aroids
      • Cacti and succulents
      • Carnivorous plants
      • Climbers
      • Flowers
      • Foliage Plants
      • Grasses
      • Palms
      • Perennials
      • Trees
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Hardy mild winter

Grow Guide: Euphorbia ‘Miner’s Merlot’

Bold foliage and subtle blooms for year-round interest 🌿 Plant Overview Botanical Name: Euphorbia ‘Miner’s Merlot’ Common Name: Miner’s Merlot spurge Family: Euphorbiaceae Type: Evergreen perennial or subshrub Hardiness: RHS...
April 26, 2025

Growing Boehmeria sieboldiana in a UK Tropical-Style Garden

Boehmeria sieboldiana, also known as Japanese false nettle or Siebold's False Nettle , is a hardy perennial from the Urticaceae family that brings lush,...
September 18, 2024

Tower Lilies: The Majestic Giants of the Garden

Tower lilies, also known as giant lilies, are a stunning addition to any garden, renowned for their impressive height and breathtaking blooms. These horticultural...
September 2, 2024

Silk Trees for Cool Climes: Top Albizia Varieties and How to Grow Them in the UK

Looking to add a touch of the exotic to your UK tropical garden? Albizia, commonly known as the Silk Tree or Mimosa Tree, might...
August 19, 2024

Growing Tetrapanax in the UK

Tetrapanax is a striking and exotic addition to any garden, known for its large, dramatic leaves that create a lush, tropical feel. This guide...
June 25, 2024

Growing Meconopsis in a UK Tropical Style Garden

Creating a tropical-style garden in the UK can be a delightful challenge, blending lush, exotic plants with the sometimes harsh British climate. One stunning...
June 24, 2024

How to Grow Bergenia ciliata ‘Wilton’

Introduction Bergenia ciliata 'Wilton' is an enchanting perennial that brings a touch of exotic allure to any garden. Known for its large, heart-shaped leaves and...
June 18, 2024

How to Grow Filipendula ‘Red Umbrellas’

Filipendula ‘Red Umbrellas’ is a striking perennial that adds a splash of vibrant color and texture to any garden. Known for its red-tinted stems,...
May 19, 2024

How to Grow Alstroemeria ‘Indian Summer’

Alstroemeria 'Indian Summer,' also known as the Peruvian Lily, is a striking perennial that adds a splash of vibrant color to any garden. Renowned...
May 15, 2024

Cultivating Garrya elliptica: A Guide to Growing Silk Tassel Bush in the UK

Introduction Garrya elliptica, commonly known as the Silk Tassel Bush, is a versatile and elegant shrub that thrives in the temperate climate of the United...
February 24, 2024

How to grow Pseudopanax crassifolius Trifoliolatum

Introduction Pseudopanax crassifolius trifoliolatum, commonly known as the Three Fingered Pseudopanax, is an elegant and unique evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. With its distinctive...
January 9, 2024

How to grow Hesperantha

Hesperantha is a genus of flowering plants in the family Iridaceae, commonly known as "river lilies" or "kaffir lilies." These plants are native to...
January 8, 2024

How to grow Amicia zygomeris

Amicia zygomeris, commonly known as Yoke-leaved Amicia, is a distinctive and visually appealing perennial plant cherished for its unique yoke-shaped leaves and vibrant blossoms....
November 8, 2023

How to grow Sauromatum giganteum in the UK

Sauromatum giganteum, commonly known as the voodoo lily or giant voodoo lily, is an unusual and fascinating plant known for its large, exotic-looking leaves...
September 27, 2023

How to grow Coniogramme emeiensis ‘golden zebra’

Coniogramme emeiensis 'Golden Zebra' is a cultivar of the Korean Goldband Fern that has striking golden-yellow variegation on its fronds. Growing 'Golden Zebra' is...
July 25, 2023

How to grow Clematis Armandii ‘Snowdrift’

Clematis Armandii ‘Snowdrift’ is a breathtaking evergreen vine celebrated for its profusion of fragrant white flowers and lush foliage. With proper care and attention,...
March 31, 2023
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