Tropical Flowers

Rafflesia arnoldii – the biggest flower in the world

One of the great wonders of the world of plants is the Rafflesia arnoldii (member of the Rafflesiaceae family). This plant has no leaves, stem or roots. The only thing it has is one huge flower, one meter in diameter,

Rafflesia arnoldii – the biggest flower in the world

One of the great wonders of the world of plants is the Rafflesia arnoldii (member of the Rafflesiaceae family). This plant has no leaves, stem or roots. The only thing it has is one huge flower, one meter in diameter,

How to grow Hibiscus from seed

Hibiscus naturally grow in warm, moist areas. To assure proper germination and growth, we recommend you emulate these conditions. It is possible to sow hibiscus seed directly in the soil; if you do so, please remember some basics: Presoak the

How to grow Hibiscus from seed

Hibiscus naturally grow in warm, moist areas. To assure proper germination and growth, we recommend you emulate these conditions. It is possible to sow hibiscus seed directly in the soil; if you do so, please remember some basics: Presoak the

The Kalanchoe is not capricious

The Kalanchoe needs moderate temperature. During the winter it rests at 18-20 degrees, minimum at 8 degrees. It is best to keep it outside during the summer. Secure bright intensive light with direct sun rays. If you leave it on

The Kalanchoe is not capricious

The Kalanchoe needs moderate temperature. During the winter it rests at 18-20 degrees, minimum at 8 degrees. It is best to keep it outside during the summer. Secure bright intensive light with direct sun rays. If you leave it on

Kalanchoe species

Kalanchoe is a perennial evergreen indoor plant in the family Crassulaceae. The plant originates in South and Southeast Asia and South America. Kalanchoes are succulent flowering plants. The growers of that plant appreciate it for its beautiful leaves and its

Kalanchoe species

Kalanchoe is a perennial evergreen indoor plant in the family Crassulaceae. The plant originates in South and Southeast Asia and South America. Kalanchoes are succulent flowering plants. The growers of that plant appreciate it for its beautiful leaves and its

Hawaiian Lei flowers

The tradition of giving and wearing beautiful flower lei is deeply rooted in Hawaiian culture. A birthday, anniversary, or any special occasion just would not be the same without the fragrance of those pretty blossoms wafting in the air. Any

Hawaiian Lei flowers

The tradition of giving and wearing beautiful flower lei is deeply rooted in Hawaiian culture. A birthday, anniversary, or any special occasion just would not be the same without the fragrance of those pretty blossoms wafting in the air. Any

Hibiscus syriacus – Rose of Sharon

Hibiscus syriacus is a widely cultivated ornamental shrub in the genus Hibiscus. Below are 3 of its different species. Morning Star ~ An American hybrid Althea/Rose of Sharon, ‘Morning Star,’ with beautiful, 3-4 inch, fully double white flowers that have

Hibiscus syriacus – Rose of Sharon

Hibiscus syriacus is a widely cultivated ornamental shrub in the genus Hibiscus. Below are 3 of its different species. Morning Star ~ An American hybrid Althea/Rose of Sharon, ‘Morning Star,’ with beautiful, 3-4 inch, fully double white flowers that have

Different hardy Hibiscus plants you can find on the market

Here is a selection of Hibiscus moscheutos, also known as ”hardy Hibiscus” , “Rose Mallow”, or “Dinner plate hibiscus”, that do well throughout much of the United States. What is specific about them is that their flowering is large 8 –

Different hardy Hibiscus plants you can find on the market

Here is a selection of Hibiscus moscheutos, also known as ”hardy Hibiscus” , “Rose Mallow”, or “Dinner plate hibiscus”, that do well throughout much of the United States. What is specific about them is that their flowering is large 8 –

Planting bare root Hibiscus

  Place the Hibiscus plants in a bucket of water for a day or two to assure re-hydration before planting. Choose a sunny spot in your garden. Hibiscus, of the size these will grow to be, require a square yard

Planting bare root Hibiscus

  Place the Hibiscus plants in a bucket of water for a day or two to assure re-hydration before planting. Choose a sunny spot in your garden. Hibiscus, of the size these will grow to be, require a square yard

Growing hybrid Orchids

Hybrid Orchid plantlets usually originate from encapsulated embryos grown in laboratories under aseptic conditions (in vitro) during 8 months. In order to send them to the market, those plantlets, in numbers of three, are placed into sealed bags of special

Growing hybrid Orchids

Hybrid Orchid plantlets usually originate from encapsulated embryos grown in laboratories under aseptic conditions (in vitro) during 8 months. In order to send them to the market, those plantlets, in numbers of three, are placed into sealed bags of special

How to grow, water and fertilize the Orchids

  The Orchids are the most spectacular of all flowering plants. They grow in tropical rain forests where it is nice and very humid. When you are growing Orchids at home you should try to mimic the environment you find

How to grow, water and fertilize the Orchids

  The Orchids are the most spectacular of all flowering plants. They grow in tropical rain forests where it is nice and very humid. When you are growing Orchids at home you should try to mimic the environment you find

How to get Hibiscus to bloom

A Hibiscus in full radium bloom is one of the most beautiful things you can have in your home. And it is easy to keep them blooming. You just need make sure they have the sufficient amount of humidity they

How to get Hibiscus to bloom

A Hibiscus in full radium bloom is one of the most beautiful things you can have in your home. And it is easy to keep them blooming. You just need make sure they have the sufficient amount of humidity they

Gardenias are very pretentious flowers

Gardenias are extremely beautiful flowering plants in the coffee family, most famous of which is the Gardenia jasminoides. Its creamy flowers look amazing on the dark green background made of its leaves. Combined with the flower’s calming scent makes it a

Gardenias are very pretentious flowers

Gardenias are extremely beautiful flowering plants in the coffee family, most famous of which is the Gardenia jasminoides. Its creamy flowers look amazing on the dark green background made of its leaves. Combined with the flower’s calming scent makes it a