by Troy's Tropics | Dec 1, 2025 | Gardening for Health, Growing & Planting, Organic Gardening, Sarasota Gardening, Sarasota Trees, Uncategorized
If you’re hunting for an easy, fast-growing fruit tree with year-round charm, Jamaican Cherry (Muntingia calabura) is a gem. This small evergreen delivers vibrant white flowers and loads of sweet, cherry-like red fruits that kids (and songbirds) adore. It’s a natural...
by Troy's Tropics | Oct 20, 2025 | Growing & Planting, Sarasota Gardening
Turn soggy spots into statement pieces. Juncus Grass brings bold, upright lines to modern landscapes, rain gardens, and pond edges—especially where soil stays consistently moist to wet. Quick answer— Is Juncus right for your Sarasota yard? Yes if you have wet areas....
by Troy's Tropics | Aug 28, 2025 | Bougainvillea, Growing & Planting, Sarasota Gardening
Meet Coconut Ice: Subtle Beauty With a Tropical Twist Looking for a softer, more sophisticated bougainvillea? Coconut Ice is your answer. With its creamy white bracts, it delivers the beauty of a bougie without the bold, loud colors. She’s a perfect pick for: Coastal...
by Troy's Tropics | Aug 26, 2025 | Bougainvillea, Growing & Planting, Sarasota Gardening
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...
by Troy's Tropics | Aug 21, 2025 | Bougainvillea, Growing & Planting, Sarasota Gardening
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...
by Troy's Tropics | Aug 19, 2025 | Bougainvillea, Growing & Planting, Sarasota Gardening
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...
