Tropical Plants Plants For Sale In Fort Wayne

This is a member of the Rubiaceae or Gardenia/Madder/Coffee family and will enjoy conditions similar to Gardenia and Ixora. Mussaendas can be very rewarding tropicals that flower throughout the warmest months of the year.

An unusual selection of King's Mantle, Fairy Moon is an exotic and easily grown tropical shrub-like perennial with deep dark glossy green foliage. 2" pale bluish-lavender trumpets with yellow throats are edged in pure white.

The El Capitolio Hibiscus' have the potential to flower throughout the year under good conditions and with enough warmth and sunlight.The large flowers often have a streak of white and may even revert to single Hibiscus flowers during the short days of...

A beautiful and very free flowering Orchid Cactus that produces a multitude of 6-8" pink flowers over a long period. Epiphyllums are one of the few true jungle Cacti where they are often found growing with the orchids and bromeliads far removed from the...

Large, bright sunny yellow, full and rounded flowers are produced throughout the growing season on this vigorous Tropical Hibiscus. Fort Myers Yellow is also often seen grown as a 4-6' high tree standard or braid.

A popular heirloom indoor plant with large dark green tropical foliage that is full of holes like Swiss Cheese. An easily grown and enjoyable indoor plant. Swiss Cheese Plant is also known as the Swiss Cheese Philodendron but it is actually a species...

Periodic pruning can be used to keep it in check as needed but remember that it flowers on new growth. An excellent choice for tropical gardens, indoors,or anywhere a small manageable vine is needed although in the ground plants may reach 12' high.

*Summer Skies Agapanthus is considered hardy into zone 5 with proper siting, such as the south side of a building or other structure, and a mulch. The foliage of Agapanthus may freeze back in the northern portions of their range.

A large yellow flowered Orchid cactus with creamy yellow inner petals and darker yellow to amber outer petals. Epiphyllums are one of the few true jungle Cacti where they are often found growing with the orchids and bromeliads far removed from the forest...

The uniquely colored cornucopia-like blooms and nearly black foliage create a striking contrast. Also known as Devil's Trumpet, due to the poisonous properties of this member of the Nightshade family.

The wide foliage of this easy to grow Bromeliad is edged in broad streaks of creamy white to rich pink. The more intense light it receives the deeper the colors become. Eoz can be grown in soil or on wood or cork and it is sure to multiply readily creating...

Like other cultivars of Sweet Orange, its growth rate is moderate making it perfect for containers. Blood Orange ‘Sanguinelli' (Citrus sinensis) This unique orange has flesh that is purple rather than orange.

Narrower white streaks often randomly dive into the green center of the leaves. Broad white margins surround the rich bluish-green heart of each leaf as they gracefully spiral down and around each of the sturdy upright to arching stems of this beautifully...

It has a naturally compact habit and makes a nice addition to the shrub border in mild winter climates but doesn't tolerate temperatures much below 30F. This is definitely a plant for the patio where it can be enjoyed up close on a warm summer evening.

The cocoa beans must ferment for about one week and then are dried to create the unique chocolate flavor. Cocoa (Theobroma cacao) Chocolate's delicious taste is enjoyed by young and old alike.

Reportedly, the leaves are used in some cultures for sores...1.The decoction of leaves is used to rub small pox and chicken pox. Some varieties may overwinter in zone 9 and may become somewhat larger in freeze free climates.

The uniquely colored cornucopia-like blooms and nearly black foliage create a striking contrast. Also known as Devil's Trumpet, due to the poisonous properties of this member of the Nightshade family.

Provide your Copper Plants with average water in an average to well draining moderately rich soil for best results. Foliage color is often most intense where they get at least 6 hours of direct sun per day.

They can also be used as formal or informal shrubs for hedging and screens, as tree forms, or even trained into large espalier. Their pollen and nectar rich flowers attract a host of pollinators including bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.

Images courtesy of AG3, Inc. Agapanthus are reliable and generally pest free making these durable perennials a staple of gardens with mild winter climates whether in the garden or in containers.

Consider providing a protected area and breathable protective mulch in the northern portions of its cold hardiness range to help ensure its return in spring. Also known as Trailing Foxglove and Chinese Violet, this easy to grow shrub-like perennial prefers...

Oocarpa was introduced for commercial production of wood for the paper industry: in Ecuador, Kenya, Zambia, Colombia, Bolivia, Queensland (Australia), Brazil and South Africa. * It is an important source of commercial timber in Honduras and Central America.

Yellow Gardenia (Gardenia jasminoides ‘Aurea') A different twist to this famous plant, ‘Aurea' has highly fragrant flowers that turn a deep golden-yellow several days sooner than the regular varieties giving the effect of a yellow gardenia.

A very unusual and easily grown specimen plant that is quite tolerant of seaside conditions. An excellent choice for large trellises and arbors or as an espalier. 8" long fragrant golden trumpets with purple veins are borne from winter through spring...

The dark green glossy Angel-Wing shaped foliage of this Begonia add elegance and poise. It has a low compact and spreading habit making this a choice plant for hanging baskets and containers in shaded locations.

Tropical Hibiscus are sun and heat loving, medium to large, tropical shrubs with excellent flower power and even some salt tolerance making them popular choices for warm inland as well as coastal climates.

Native to the Osumi Islands in Japan, Cast Iron Plant has varieties that are still being discovered in Asia. Any type of fertilizer offers nutrients that help plants with the transition to a new environment.