Bougainvillea 'Coconut Ice': Cool, Classy, and Florida-Friendly Meta Description: Bougainvillea 'Coconut Ice' brings crisp white blooms to your Sarasota garden. Discover why this elegant, easy-care variety is a must-have for patios, trellises, and tropical landscapes....
Bougainvillea ‘Delta Dawn’: A Soft Sunset Stunner for Florida Gardens
Meet Delta Dawn: Where Pastel Meets Power Looking for a bougainvillea with sunset tones and standout foliage? Say hello to Delta Dawn—a gorgeous cultivar that blends soft gold, pink, and green into a plant that’s both graceful and garden-tough. With its creamy...
Bougainvillea ‘Blueberry Ice’: A Cool Classic for Sarasota Landscapes
Meet Blueberry Ice: The Coolest Bougie on the Block If you're craving something bold but balanced, Blueberry Ice delivers. With its dramatic purple-violet bracts, variegated green-and-cream leaves, and compact growth habit, this cultivar offers a unique twist on the...
Bougainvillea ‘Barbara Karst’: Sarasota’s Showstopper for Year-Round Color
Meet Barbara Karst: Your Garden's Bold Best Friend If you’re dreaming of a garden that pops, Barbara Karst bougainvillea might just be your perfect match. Native to South America and adored across Southwest Florida, this fast-growing vine explodes with vivid...
Why ‘Troy’s Grown’ Makes a Difference: Local Plants, Local Roots
When it comes to cultivating a thriving landscape in Sarasota County, nothing compares to plants that are grown right here at home. At Troy’s Tropics, we believe in more than just selling greenery—we nurture it from the ground up. That’s what we mean by Troy’s Grown....
Wholesale Plants in Sarasota: Why Local Businesses Choose Troy’s Tropics
From boutique hotels to community developers, Sarasota-area businesses know the value of well-designed, thriving landscapes. When it comes to sourcing Florida-friendly, high-quality plants at scale, they turn to a trusted local name—Troy’s Tropics. Whether you’re a...
Container Gardens & Hurricanes: Move It or Secure It?
Living in beautiful Sarasota County means we enjoy lush gardens year-round—but it also means preparing our landscapes for hurricane season. For those who love container gardening, storm prep presents a unique challenge: do you bring those pots indoors, or can you...
Top 5 Florida-Friendly Plants That Bounce Back After Hurricanes
When hurricane season hits Sarasota County, resilient landscaping can make all the difference. At Troy’s Tropics, we believe that a garden should be both beautiful and built to last. That’s where Florida-Friendly plants shine—they’re not only drought-tolerant and...
What to Prune, Stake, and Shelter: A Week-by-Week Storm Prep Guide for Sarasota Landscapes
Florida’s summer brings more than just sunshine and sea breezes—it ushers in hurricane season. For Sarasota homeowners, that means it’s time to give your landscape a little extra attention. The good news? With a simple, week-by-week plan, you can protect your plants...
After the Storm: How to Assess, Clean Up, and Revive Your Garden
When the winds die down and the sun finally peeks through after a Florida storm, your first instinct might be to rush outside and check your garden. That’s natural—we gardeners have a deep bond with our plants. But before you start pruning like a hurricane yourself,...