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TROPICAL POTTED PLANTS

Tarzan had the right idea. Who wouldn’t want to live in a jungle surrounded by gorgeous tropical plants?
 
Alas, we city and townsfolk don’t live in treehouses, but that doesn’t mean we can’t grow lush, green, moisture-loving plants!

 

Caring for tropical plants can be a tricky endeavor: you want to help them thrive and look their best but don’t know where to begin? Fear not! You’re just one specially-made soil mix away from tropical plant success.

 

Whether it’s Elephant Ear, Bromeliad, Palm Tree, or a baby Rubber plant, trust that tropicals will thank you for providing them with superior drainage and fertile soil high in organic matter. So go on! Spend less time worrying about your tropical babies – and more time admiring their beauty.
 

Dragon Tree, Bromeliads,
& Split Leaf

Tarzan had the right idea. Who wouldn’t want to live in a jungle surrounded by gorgeous tropical plants?
 
Alas, we city and townsfolk don’t live in treehouses, but that doesn’t mean we can’t grow lush, green, moisture-loving plants! Bring the wild indoors with Dragon Tree, Ficus, Bromeliads, or Split Leaf.

  • Trowel

  • Measuring device

  • Mixing container

  • Mix the aged bark fines, coco coir, and rice hulls together in your container.

  • Add in the compost and mix everything together thoroughly.

  • Then let it sit for a day or two. Patience always pays off in the end. 

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  • Gently loosen the plant from its container - don't tug

  • 'Wake up' the roots by gently shaking off excess dirt.

  • Place in new container so root ball is below the rim using new potting soil as a base.

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A Brazilian secret: add a touch of biochar to the mix to give it more tolerance for those new plant parents.

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Store your extra soil in a sealed plastic container to keep your soil fresh and ready for use while protecting it from the elements.

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  • Fill around your plant with your mix

  • Gently pat it down to secure the plant and get rid of any air pockets.

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  • Water thoroughly, ensuring the roots are covered until 

  • Let it sit draining in a tub of water for 30 minutes

  • Then empty the saucer.

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Ficus Tropical Plants

  • Trowel

  • Measuring device

  • Mixing container

  • Mix the aged bark fines, coco coir, and rice hulls together in a large container or wheelbarrow.

  • Add in the compost, worm castings, perlite or vermiculite, and finely ground eggshells, and mix everything together thoroughly.

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  • Gently loosen the plant from its container - don't tug

  • 'Wake up' the roots by gently shaking off excess dirt.

  • Place in new container so root ball is below the rim using new potting soil as a base.

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  • Fill around your plant with your mix

  • Gently pat it down to secure the plant and get rid of any air pockets.

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  • Water thoroughly, ensuring the roots are covered until 

  • Let it sit draining in a tub of water for 30 minutes

  • Then empty the saucer.

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Here are some tips that will help you grow your tropical plants with ease:

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  1. Sunshine, Sunshine: Your tropical plants need plenty of sunshine to grow well, so make sure they get at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.

  2. Keep it Humid: Most tropical plants enjoy a humid environment, so place a humidity tray or a small bowl of water near them to keep them happy.

  3. H2O Matters: Water your plants once a week, but make sure not to overwater them! Most tropical plants prefer their soil to be moist but not waterlogged.

  4. Feed with Love: Feed your plants monthly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer, and watch them grow into stunning beauties.

 

Remember, just like us, our plants also thrive with love and attention! So, go ahead and show some love to your tropical buddies, and watch them transform your space into a lush paradise!

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