TROPICAL LOOKING PLANTS - Other Than Palms
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One of the things I look forward to this time of year is the new flushes of growth and cones from my Cycads. It is so amazing to see the lettuce soft new growth emerge from such a spikey formidable plant. I've been REAL into Cycads lately and many of the seedlings I just recently purchased are starting to flush as well. So lets see what Cycads are flushing or coning for you. Sorry about the lighting on my pics but we had the heavy duty May gray socked in today. Here is my Lepidozamia Hopei with a 2 leaf mini flush. Stevo
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With wildflower season winding down, cacti return to center stage as what looks to be a weeks worth of 80-85+ heat settles in.. Looking over everything, anticipating an average year from most things. While the chilly nights scattered through this winter should help push the Echinopsis / Trichocereus to flower decently, the added wet conditions look like it will keep some of the Echinocereus from flowering well/ if at all this year.. Many Hedgehog sp. like a cool but dry rest. We'll see what happens. Last of the Beaver Tail Prickly Pear at peak bloom, with the last of the Poppies. Stenocactus sp. at it's peak. Echinocereus, **formally Wilcoxia** sc…
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new, colorful or unusual tropical plants and palms at the TPIE trade shade
by Eric in Orlando- 21 replies
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Last week I attended the annual TPIE show in Ft. Lauderdale. The Tropical Plant Industry Exhibition is a huge trade event showcasing tropical plants, foliage and products. It is the largest tropical plant trade show in the U.S. and amongst the largest in the world. Here are a few of the beauties; Alcantarea 'Volcano Mist' Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Variegata' Areca vestiaria- a tropical palm with orange crownshafts Calathea 'Fusion White'- a brand new introduction
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I have always been fascinated with orchids, and I sort of assumed that orchid fascination was pretty common. I also used to think they were difficult to grow, at least in non-tropical climates, and so didn't bother with them, and again I assumed that this misconception was the reason more people don't grow them. So am I right? The reason I'm asking is that I've been experimenting with orchids for 4 or 5 years now and have gradaully realized that for a small lot in a less than perfect climate like Southern California, they are quite possibly the most rewarding group of plants to grow. They are also, in my opinion the ultimate palm companion plants...they grow be…
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Alocasia/Colocasia Leaf Hardiness 1 2
by Ben in Norcal- 1 follower
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So, I've occasionally had some alocasia and colocasia in the garden, but haven't gone nuts on them because I don't like stuff that dies back in winter. Last summer I picked up an Alocasia calidora, and this thing seems to be leaf hardy to 30 degrees, or better. It shows no damage while the bananas in my yard got mostly toasted. Are there other Alocasia or Colocasia that are similarly leaf hardy? I'd love to have more of these guys in the yard, but I try to minimize deciduous or die-back things. Tough to come across info on this, so would appreciate any thoughts or experiences!
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Let's see those bromeliads!
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Transplanting a ponytail palm
by Walt- 1 follower
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About 10 years ago I planted a 3 gallon sized ponytail palm relatively close to my house foundation, not knowing at the time just how big these plants can get. Next to my ponytail palm is an ixora shrub. My wife wants me to get rid of the ixora as it grows too big and the flowers are not the same color as are super king ixoras (see bottomost photo). This ixora shrub got defoliated from the freezes last month. Today I cut it back hard, as I plan to dig it out and relocate it. This brings me to the Topic question: My wife also wants me to remove the ponytail palm, and now is the time to do it. About a year or so ago I posted here at this forum a solicitation for…
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Who's growing Thysanolaena Maxima (Tiger Grass) ?
by Walter John- 1 follower
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Hi folks, I have acquired a 200ml pot of this plant to fill a gap. I was curious if anyone else has it in their garden/property and what are your experiences of it so far in regard to it's vigor and needs etc. Has it over run areas for example, please let us know.
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No Garden or landscape is complete without these beautiful colored leafed plants. Just a few growing on the porch
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Ok, after the cold events of this year, I thought I would start a thread on canopy plants for zones 8 and 9. For those that are not familiar with zone temperatures, they are as follows: 8a −12.2 °C (10 °F) to −9.4 °C (15 °F) 8b −9.4 °C (15 °F) to −6.7 °C (20 °F) 9a −6.7 °C (20 °F) to −3.9 °C (25 °F) 9b −3.9 °C (25 °F) to −1.1 °C (30 °F) I figured that to have an effective canopy, the tree would have to be evergreen to expected low temps of your particular area and be fast growing to outpace palms and other plants that you are trying to protect. It would also have to grow large enough to actually protec…
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Mucuna cyclocarpa- Purple Jade Vine
by Eric in Orlando- 12 replies
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I noticed this morning that Mucuna cyclocarpa, Purple Jade Vine, is currently flowering. The flower clusters are about the size of a softball and resemble a cluster of grapes from a distance. It is native to southeastern China. Now I'm waiting for Mucuna nigricans, the Black Jade Vine to flower.
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Ree Gardens - Uncovering the Legend
by Palmarum- 36 replies
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Ree Gardens The Tropical Plant Collection, Nursery and Home of Steve & Marie Nock Miami, Florida A First Time Visit to the Garden during their October Plant Sale Friday, Oct. 18th - 2013 For years, and I mean about 20 years plus -- I have heard details about this small, yet overwhelmingly diverse tropical plant nursery located down in Miami. In one form or another, either directly or indirectly, I have heard enthusiastic descriptions and awe inspiring tales of visits where tropical plant overload was the norm. I would hear about the collection grown by Steve & Marie Nock through whispers carefully shared by the most secretive of collectors, pushed…
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Similar to "favorite" palms, it is always changing which is my "favorite" cycad. Over the weekend, I would have picked this hybrid, big green ancient and twisted looking Encephalartos horridus x woodii. While my favorite will likely be different with a new flush, a cone, or maybe just different lighting, this gets the award today. My son, my dog, and his ward (the black lab pup) all give this perspective on how long the leaves are given it's partial horridus parentage, but then again, the woodii is coming through. The mother was a Steytlerville E horridus, which may explain part of the look. I just love those vicious looking leaflets too! So what is your current…
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Last year a friend sent me some cuttings from his Brazilian Red Cloak shrub. I potted the cuttings up and they took in a one gallon pot. They continued to grow and I stepped them up to a 3 gallon pot. This past spring I planted the potted shrub on the south side (full sun side) of my house. This side of my house is also the warmest side (naturally, because it gets full sun all day long). I also have many uper king ixora shrubs and an out- of-control Tibouchina heteromalla growing on the same side. The super kings grow very well there. I read that the Brazilian red cloak is a winter time bloomer, and that is the basis for my question. Does anyone at this forum have…
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A thread for anyone, and everyone who enjoys these plants.. While one of the most iconic plants in dry desert landscapes, the Genus Yucca can be found almost anywhere from the Prairies of the northern Plains, to the humid Southeast. Many also extend deep into the subtropical portions of Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central America as well. Many species are well established in landscapes worldwide. Often enough, while iconic species as Yucca brevifolia, Joshua Tree, or Yucca elephantes /guatemalensis, Giant Yucca come to mind when picturing them, the Genus contains upwards of 49 or so species and numerous sub species that range from small, non-trunking, Agave-lik…
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whats the best tasting guava???
by Stevetoad- 7 replies
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i decided that i want to plant a guava tree. whats the best kind??? ive only tried guava a hand full of times and know nothing about them. do they need full sun? lots or little water? ill take any info i can get...thanks
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Has anyone done this? Years ago (literally years ago) on my old Dell computer that is no longer with us I had bookmarked a site for building a natural looking tree from scratch for this purpose. I searched for it again but can't find it. Does anyone know how to do this? What materials to use?
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The Garden of Loran Whitelock 1 2 3 4
by freakypalmguy- 3 followers
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I had the pleasure of touring the amazing garden of Loran Whitelock yesterday with forum member, Dave H, here are the pictures I took and Dave took a ton as well, and will be adding his. As usual, none of the pictures do the grandeur of his garden or individual plants any justice, but they give you a good idea. Before anyone get's too excited, Loran gave us permission to post these pictures, with a direct reference to posting them on Palm Talk, I genuinely think he loves too show his amazing garden to anyone who would like to see it, and was a very gracious host. Here we go,
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Carludovica palmata strange bloom
by Jeff in St Pete- 1 follower
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I took these photos a few weeks ago after spotting it from my bathroom window. I walked around to the side of the house to get a closer look with my camera. I see these plants blooming all the time, but I've never seen anything like this before.
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Bauhinia blakeana (Hong Kong Orchid Tree) 1 2
by BigFrond- 1 follower
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I planted this tree 2 years ago and it's about 20 feet tall and 20 feet wide. It was a good idea to plant it at the time but now I have a major itch to chop it down. There's only one problem. The wife bought the tree (the only plant she bought for the house) and do not want me to lay a single finer on it. Anyway, it has been flowering for over a month now and the petals are all over the driveway and garden every single day. Then there are the thick leaves that decompose very slooooooooooooowly. I'm sweeping the petals and leaves every day. I made up my mind to prune it back to a more mangageable size and face the music afterward. Do any of you prune this tree or…
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Using banana peels as a natural pesticide.........
by Palm Dave- 13 replies
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Has anyone had any success using banana peels to get rid of harmful bugs on your outdoor tropical plants? Ive tried them on my hibiscus bushes and coco plum hedges (just hanging the peels from the plants' branches). The peels turn black in a short while and seem to have improved the health of these plants. Aphids and mealy bugs have been my concerns and they've disappeared after the hanging banana peel treatment.
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Ravenala Madagascariensis growth rate
by kaybelize- 11 replies
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How long will it take for a Travelers Palm take to reach this size?
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Best mango variety for South Florida
by Zeeth- 18 replies
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Which mango variety is your favorite in terms of taste? I've only had whichever types that they sell in the store, but I went to the Fairchild mango festival this past saturday and tried a type called provost. I liked it as it was pretty sweet but had no fiber. I've heard good things about glenn, but I haven't tried it yet. I thought about buying a tree, but decided to wait until I had somewhere to plant it to spend the $35.
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My Naga jolokia peppers are almost ripe
by JD in the OC- 37 replies
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Also called the Ghost Chili. Anyone want to try one? (2,500 times hotter than Tobasco Sauce)
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New hardy cordylines in z8 1 2
by Palm crazy- 65 replies
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Here are a few cordylines in the garden, easy to grow and look great all year. Will show their progress later this summer. Roger Pink passion
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