Tropicals have never been more poular in the garden or in mixed containers. We believe our incredible selection lends itself to taking creative inspiration a step beyond what other garden centers can offer.  here are just a few samples of some of the incredible inspirations Sara has created for our customers utilizing our ever-changing tropical selections:

"Mystical Mayhem"

• 14" Container
• Dieffenbachia 'Camille'
• Spider Plant (Chlorophytum) 'Bonnie'
• Angel Vine (Muehlenbeckia axillaries)
• Pulumosa Fern (Asparagus staceus)

This exhuberant creation capitalizes on the delicate interplay between light and shadows, using di-chromatic selections. Stunningly simple and splendidly tasteful, all of the plants in this collection are easy to grow. This combination is perfect for growing indoors, or outside in bright or filtered shade.

"Simply Suitable"

• 14" Container
• Pseuderanthemum atropururpureum
• Rex Begonia
• Dichondra 'Silver Falls'
• Alternanthera 'Purple Knight'
• Begonia fuchsoides
• Anthurium
• Tapeworm Plant (Homalocladium platycladum)

The supreme contrast of purple and silver are augmented by green textures which come together in this starkly playful combination. A number of these plants, individually, spark interest and curiousity. Together, they blend insymphonic simplicity. Best suited for part shade. 

 "Illustris Illumination"

• 12" container
• Colocasia 'Illustris'
• Rita Fern (Nephrolensis exaltat 'Rita')
• Liriope 'Cassidy'

Somehow, this combination is both wild and stately at the same time. The shear radiance of 'Rita' multiplied the effect of the bright veining of 'Illustris', while her color and texture amplify the quirky dark green spiralling grass of the fun-loving 'Cassidy'. The unique features of each of these unusual plants is optimized in this insired combination. "Illustris Illumination" is suitable for shade or part shade.

"Imperial Purple"

• 14" container
• Rex Begonia
• Purple Shamrock (Oxalis triangularis)
• Sprengeri (Asparagus densiflorus 'Sprengeri')
• Ti Plant (Dracaena cordyline 'Ti')

This regal combination swoons with majestic shades of pinks and purples. With only one blooming plant, it is one definitive example of how impactful foliage can be in accomplishing a comprehensive effect, especially when design in unison with the color of the container. 'Iperial Purple" brings much sought after hues to partly shaded areas.

"Chartreuse Giggles"

• 12" container
• Spike (Dracaena indivisa)
• Dracaena 'Lemon Lime'
• Juncus effusis 'Spiralis'
• Crocodile Fern (Microsorum musifolium 'Crocodyllus')
• Neon Pothos
• Impatiens (White)

Perfect for brightening up that shady corner, this combination laughs at the darkness of shade. Playful textures paint a revelry of interest, while portraying youth, vigor, and sophistication. By simply removing the Impatiens at the end of the season, this combination can be brought indoors for year-round garden memories in bright indirect or filtered light.

"Hilo Magic"

• 12" container
• Alocasia 'Hilo Beauty'
• Peperomia monticola 'Jayde'
• Rita Fern (Nephrolensis exaltata 'Rita')
• Limelight Licorice Plant (Helichrysum petiolaris 'Limelight')
• Wandering Jew (Tradescantia 'Green White')
• Fiber Optic Grass (Isolepis cernua)

Shear monocramtic magic with a plethora of textures entice both the eye and the imagination. This unique combination of green hues is anything but monotonous. PLace this combination in bright shade.

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