We’re all about helping you to grow and maintain your tropical plants in any climate, even indoors!
Even if you are just starting out, you’re at the right place. Follow our simple tips and advice to surround your home and backyard with luscious foliage and bright colorful blooms all year round.
You’ll find all you need to know about understanding your climate and aspect so that you can plan and design a successful garden. Our plant guides help you with selecting plants and then keeping them looking their best. We even show you how to propagate new plants from seed, cuttings, division and layering. You can multiply your plant collection on a budget or use simple science and creativity to breed new varieties.
Garden design
Are you a formal garden lover, a low-maintenance gardener, drought-hardy garden warrior or taking on the cool climate challenge? No matter which one you are, we show you the different design elements of tropical gardens so that you can create your own slice of paradise.
Plant selection
There’s a tropical-style plant that will work for your location and climate, and we can help you find it. Even if your first choice isn’t suitable, we’ll help you find your perfect match. Browse or search our plant profiles to learn all you need to know about choosing the right plant for you and your home.
Care and maintenance
Plants need regular attention: food, water and light. But just like all of us, if you want your plants to thrive you need to show them some love. We show you how to meet all those essential needs as well as spoil your plants and even apply first aid when they aren’t doing so well.
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