by Troy's Tropics | Jan 9, 2026 | Florida-Friendly Plants, Seasonal Color, Shade Gardening
Shade spots don’t have to settle for “just green.” Begonia ‘Dragon Wing’ turns low-light corners into lush, blooming focal points—right through our Sarasota winter and into spring. Add fragrant Begonia odorata/alba and ultra-reliable Wax Begonia to the mix and you’ve...
by Troy's Tropics | Dec 19, 2025 | Beauty in Green
Tucked into a tiny corner of Siesta Key, there’s a neighborhood that feels almost like its own private island. Just a handful of homes sit on this little peninsula, each one wrapped in water and Old-Florida character. Our client’s home is one of those rare finds—a...
by Troy's Tropics | Sep 22, 2022 | Growing & Planting
How do you care for an indoor dragon tree? The Dragon Tree is a moderately easy plant to take care of. This beautiful leafy plant has more than 100 different varieties. You’ve likely come across a variety without knowing it! Common types...
by Troy's Tropics | Sep 22, 2022 | Growing & Planting
Are Iceton Croton plants hard to care for? Iceton Croton plants are a colorful, easy-to-grow variety that is indoor hardy and require very little attention. Croton are excellent houseplants that withstand more neglect than almost any other plant. As for location,...
by Troy's Tropics | Jul 21, 2022 | All those Flowers
How Do You Care For A Dwarf Ixora? The Dwarf Ixora plant, or the Ixora Taiwanesis, is a beautiful, bushy, red plant that makes a beautiful addition to any yard or garden. The Dwarf Ixora also goes by “Flame of the Woods” or “Jungle Flame,” both...
