Tropicals

  • How to Grow Neoregelia

    Neoregelia is a genus of tropical plants belonging to the bromeliad family, known for its striking foliage and rosette shape. These plants are native to South America, particularly Brazil, and are popular for their colorful, often variegated leaves, which can feature a range of vibrant hues like red, pink, purple, and green. Neoregelias also produce…

  • How to Grow Aechmea

    Aechmea is a genus of bromeliads known for its striking foliage and colorful, long-lasting flowers. Native to Central and South America, these plants are popular for their hardiness and low-maintenance needs. Aechmea species, such as the well-known Aechmea fasciata (Silver Vase or Urn Plant), have become favorites in both garden and indoor settings for their…

  • How to Grow Guzmania

    Guzmania is a genus of tropical plants in the bromeliad family, known for its bold, colorful flower spikes and lush, green foliage. These plants are native to Central and South America, where they thrive in humid, tropical environments. Guzmanias are prized for their dramatic, long-lasting bracts, which can appear in vibrant shades of red, orange,…

  • How to Grow Vriesea

    Vriesea is a genus of bromeliads known for its striking foliage and colorful, long-lasting flower spikes. Native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, Vriesea plants are popular both for their exotic appearance and their adaptability, making them excellent choices for gardens in warm climates or as houseplants. They are similar to other…

  • How to Grow and Care for Kaffir-Lily — Clivia

    Clivia–commonly called kaffir-lily–bears clusters of brilliant, trumpet-shaped blooms alongside glossy deep green, strappy leaves. Clivia is a showy member of the amaryllis family. Grow Clivia outdoors year-round in frost-free winter regions. In colder regions grow Clivia in pots that can be set outdoors in summer and taken indoors in winter. Clivia blooms from early winter…

  • How to Grow Wandering Jew — Tradescantia

    Tradescantia is a genus of creeping, trailing, or tuft-forming tropical foliage plants. One species, Tradescantia fluminensis–commonly called wandering Jew–has handsome iridescent green and purple striped leaves. Another, T. andersoniana–known as spiderwort–looks like a small corn plant with numerous iris-like blossoms. Tradescantias are evergreen perennials in warm-winter regions, mostly short-lived. They are suitable for herbaceous borders…