Tropical garden

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A tropical garden on the Portuguese island of Madeira.

A tropical garden is a type of

rainfall or a decent irrigation or sprinkler system for watering. These gardens typically need fertilizer and heavy mulching
.

Tropical gardens are no longer exclusive to tropical areas. Many gardeners in cooler climates are adopting the tropical garden design, which is possible through careful choice of plants and flowers. Main features include plants with very large leaves, vegetation that builds in height towards the back of the garden, creating a dense garden. Large plants and small trees hang over the garden, leaving sunlight to hit the ground directly.

Tropical plants

The following are some examples of tropical plants to be used in tropical gardens or as indoor plants.

Hoyas

Hoyas are known as the “Wax Flowers” due to their

pots that are not too big or in hanging baskets. They grow better if kept at a minimum temperature of 15 degree Celsius (59 Fahrenheit).[1]

Banana plants

Contrary to common belief, growing banana trees is not that difficult and allow people to enjoy their own bananas.

rhizomes are planted upright and their roots have to be well covered with soil.[3]

Bird of paradise

Among the many species commonly called birds of paradise is

leaves resembles a bird's beak. It is an outdoor plant, provided the weather is not too cold. Otherwise, it is better to keep it in a pot indoors. It needs rich soil as well as full sun or partial shade. Another requirement for this plant is good drainage
.

Ferns

Ferns are commonly used to give gardens a great foliage. Most ferns are easy to take care of. They basically cannot be exposed to direct sunlight for long periods of time. Moreover, their soil should always be moist. One way to keep ferns moist is by misting them.[5]

Papaya tree

Papaya trees should be planted where they can be kept warm and free from wind and freeze. They need enough water to support their leaves, but it should not be excessive, which can lead to root rot. They also need a well-drained soil.[6]

Orchids

Night temperatures between 12 and 18 degrees Celsius (55-65 Fahrenheit), and day temperatures between 23 and 26 degree Celsius (75-80 Fahrenheit) are fine temperatures for orchids. Orchids need sufficient amounts of light as well as humidity. However, there are many varieties of orchids and each of them features specific care needs.[7]

Maintenance

A tropical garden is one of the most difficult types of garden to build and maintain; it becomes more difficult the more the local climate differs from the plants' natural habitat. The keys to a healthy tropical garden are plentiful light and water. The large leaves that feature in tropical plants require the soil to be humid at all times, so irrigation is essential for some gardens. Over-watering causes the roots to rot, killing plants.

A tropical plant that is not cold-hardy should be brought indoors during the winter and returned to the garden for the summer.

Non-tropical climates

A greenhouse is a good way to grow tropical plants in a colder climate.

Tropical and tropical-style plants that work well in milder non-tropical climates include:

Gallery

Attractions

Many attractions feature tropical gardens, including:

See also

References

  1. ^ "Hoya Care". Retrieved 2010-06-07.
  2. ^ "Cheap banana trees". Archived from the original on June 8, 2010. Retrieved 2010-06-07.
  3. ^ "Growing bananas". Retrieved 2010-06-07.
  4. ^ "Jungle-Type Bird of Paradise Flowers". Retrieved 2010-06-07.
  5. ^ "Fern Care". Retrieved 2010-06-07.
  6. ^ "How Not to Kill Your Papaya Tree". Retrieved 2010-06-07.
  7. ^ Noyes, Amber. "22 Types Of Orchids And How To Care For Them". Gardening Chores. Retrieved 2021-02-07.
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