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How to grow Brugmansia from seed

How to grow Brugmansia from seed

Brugmansia can be grown from seed but you are going to need artificial heat and light, and patience, to get them going. First soak the seeds in warm water for twenty four hours. The seeds ...

How to grow Solanum quitoense in the UK

How to grow Solanum quitoense in the UK

Solanum quitoense, commonly known as naranjilla or lulo, is a tropical fruit plant native to South America. Growing it in the UK can be challenging due to the colder climate, but it’s not impossible. Here ...

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

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 be the perfect choice. With its feathery foliage and fluffy, fragrant ...

How To Grow Monarda

How To Grow Monarda

Monarda, commonly known as bee balm, is a vibrant, aromatic perennial belonging to the mint family. Known for its unique, shaggy blooms and ability to attract pollinators, Monarda is a popular choice for UK gardeners ...

How to grow Nepenthes Miranda

How to grow Nepenthes Miranda

Understanding how to grow Nepenthes Miranda: Nepenthes miranda, commonly known as the Miranda Pitcher Plant, is a captivating and unique carnivorous plant that enthralls enthusiasts with its intricate pitcher traps. Native to the rainforests of ...

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

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

Plants with serrated leaves bring dynamic texture and visual interest to any garden, especially a tropical-style one. Their distinctive edges and often large, lush foliage create a sense of wildness and untamed beauty. Here are ...

How to Grow Bergenia ciliata ‘Wilton’

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 charming pink flowers, this plant is particularly well-suited for UK ...

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

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

In a tropical garden, vibrant greens often steal the spotlight, but incorporating purple foliage can create stunning contrasts and elevate the entire landscape. Purple-leaved plants bring depth, richness, and drama, making them essential for any ...

How to maintain Crocosmias

How to maintain Crocosmias

Crocosmias, also known as montbretias, are beautiful flowering perennials that produce clusters of vibrant, trumpet-shaped flowers in shades of orange, red, and yellow. Here are some tips on how to maintain Crocosmias:

Growing Oxalis Triangularis: The Enchanting Purple Shamrock

Growing Oxalis Triangularis: The Enchanting Purple Shamrock

Introduction Oxalis triangularis, commonly known as the Purple Shamrock or False Shamrock, is a captivating plant with its striking purple foliage and delicate white or pink flowers. Native to Brazil, this plant has gained popularity ...

How to grow Trachycarpus fortunei

How to grow Trachycarpus fortunei

Trachycarpus fortunei, commonly known as the Windmill Palm or Chusan Palm, is a versatile and resilient addition to gardens, especially those in the United Kingdom seeking a touch of the tropics. Despite its exotic appearance, ...

How to grow Lysimachia clethroides

How to grow Lysimachia clethroides

Lysimachia clethroides, commonly known as Gooseneck Loosestrife, is a beautiful herbaceous perennial that produces arching spikes of white, gooseneck-shaped flowers. Here’s how to grow and care for Lysimachia clethroides:

Growing Tetrapanax in the UK

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 will cover everything you need to know about growing Tetrapanax in ...

How to grow Ipomoea lobata (Spanish Flag)

How to grow Ipomoea lobata (Spanish Flag)

Ipomoea lobata is commonly known as Spanish Flag and also Mina lobata and firecracker vine. It is a fast growing climber that can reach heights of 5m but in the UK 2m in height is the ...

Paulownia tomentosa care

Paulownia tomentosa care

Paulownia tomentosa is commonly known as the Empress Tree or Princess Tree, while the Foxglove Tree is a different species known as Paulownia tomentosa var. tomentosa. The cultivation and care for the Foxglove Tree, Paulownia ...

How to Grow Ricinus communis

How to Grow Ricinus communis

Ricinus communis, commonly known as the castor oil plant, is a versatile and striking plant prized for its unique foliage and valuable oil. Native to the tropical regions of Africa and India, this plant can ...

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

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

Creating a tropical-style garden in the UK can be a delightful challenge, especially when you’re aiming to add height and structure to your garden. The following five plants are excellent choices that can thrive in ...

How to grow Farfugium Japonicum 

How to grow Farfugium Japonicum 

Farfugium Japonicum is a very useful plant for ground cover. Its massive leaves, up to 30cm across, look wonderful beneath towering tree ferns or palms. It can also look great as a specimen plant in ...

How to grow Hesperantha

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 southern Africa and are known for their attractive, star-shaped flowers. Here ...

Tower Lilies: The Majestic Giants of the Garden

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 marvels, belonging to the genus Lilium, have captivated gardeners and flower ...

How to grow Salvia Amistad

How to grow Salvia Amistad

Salvia ‘Amistad’ is a beautiful perennial plant known for its striking deep purple flowers and velvety green leaves. Here’s a guide on how to grow Salvia ‘Amistad’:

How to Grow Bromeliad Guzmania Lingulata ‘Francesca’

How to Grow Bromeliad Guzmania Lingulata ‘Francesca’

Bromeliad Guzmania Lingulata, commonly known as the scarlet star, is a popular houseplant known for its vibrant bracts and rosette of glossy green leaves. The ‘Francesca’ variety is particularly striking, with its bright red or ...

Red Hot and Climbing: Lonicera ‘Dropmore Scarlet’

Red Hot and Climbing: Lonicera ‘Dropmore Scarlet’

Lonicera ‘Dropmore Scarlet’, commonly known as the Dropmore Scarlet Honeysuckle, is a beautiful and versatile climber that brings a splash of vibrant color to gardens. This honeysuckle variety, with its striking scarlet flowers, is not ...

How to grow Abutilon megapotamicum

How to grow Abutilon megapotamicum

Abutilon megapotamicum is not fully hardy and can only take temperatures down to minus five degrees centigrade. With this in mind it is best placed where it can be dug up and stored in a ...

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