Tropical Greenery

The leaf tips can be cut and used to propagate new Croton. Indoor houseplant fertilizers fall into two groups: water soluble, liquid quick release, and granular, slow release fertilizers.

These flowers will produce a seed afterwards. Adenium obesum is the Latin name for Desert Rose. These plants prefer lots of bright, direct light indoors through a western or southern window, or alternately can be placed outside in summer and brought in...

To maintain desired size and shape, this time prune after boxwood's have completed their main spring growth. Watering well and misting the wood frequently can help Eugenia Topiary bud more quickly.

We do not recommend using Miracle-gro Moisture control potting soil. That is why we do not recommend planting in a hole any deeper than the soil line of the plant in the pot. Lyrata means like a lyre, similar to the fiddle or lyre shaped leaves.

Fishtail palms are large tropical houseplants that do well outside or in very bright light indoors. They like to stay on the dry side and would prefer to be fed regularly during the summer.

A return to dark green foliage on the new growth is an indication that the plant requires more light. The best soil for houseplants is a well balanced mix of peat moss, perlite and vermiculite that dries some between watering but takes a long time to...

Any type of fertilizer offers nutrients that help plants with the transition to a new environment. Asparagus aethiopicus ‘Sprengeri' is so named for the Greek word for the edible Asparagus (as the foliage is similar), aethiopicus is Latin for Ethiopian,...

Strelitzia is derived from Queen Charlotte Mecklenburg-Strelitz, she named it after herself once her husband became king and had control over Kew Royal Botanic Gardens. White Bird of Paradise needs a very well draining soil, and prefer to have slightly...

Plant food works well as a powder, quick release fertilizer that is mixed with water to quickly provide nutrients to a plant that has been in a container for an extended time. Arbequina Olive Tree likes to dry out occasionally between watering.

They look magnificent paired with Kimberlee Queen Ferns, petunias and hibiscus. Southern or western exposure indoors works best; they would be very happy in a sunroom with plenty of direct light.

Would like to buy spanish moss for resale in orchid arragments to sell and to also start growing in my greenhouse

One thing nearly everyone can agree on is that Kwajalein is an experience you never forget. Just this weekend we are having a boat race, and a fishing tournament, and divers, kayaks, jet skis and surfers are all strutting their stuff for Labor Day.The...

The Fuyu persimmon, or Sharon fruit, is a tomato sized fruit with a sweet, faintly cinnamon flavoring. They are most often used for snacking or paired with appetizers or salads. They are a good source of vitamins A and C as well as dietary fiber.

Ataulfo mangos are very high in vitamins C and A. Ataulfos, or Champagne Mangos, are a golden colored variety of mango which is smaller and has a thinner skin than a regular round mango.

Some are green while others are a vibrant red and yellow. They are often enjoyed raw as a snack, but they can also add a twist to salads, salsa, and other dishes. Ripe mangos will give to gentle pressure but don't believe a mango must have color to be...

Enjoy them raw or cook them with sugar for a supremely sweet treat! It looks like a tomato. It feels like a tomato. But one bite of a Tamarillo will make you realize -- you aren't eating tomatoes! These colorful little fruits are sweet, refreshing, and...

Kiwifruit is a wonderful source of vitamin C and antioxidants. This sweet fruit has a unique, tart taste, which is often described as a cross between a melon and a strawberry. Enjoy it in smoothies, fruit salads, and sweet drinks for a quick snack you'll...

Kiwifruit is a wonderful source of vitamin C and antioxidants. This sweet fruit has a unique, tart taste, which is often described as a cross between a melon and a strawberry. Enjoy it in smoothies, fruit salads, and sweet drinks for a quick snack you'll...

It is a great option for you if you prefer organically grown produce. Kiwifruit is a wonderful source of vitamin C and antioxidants. This sweet fruit has a unique, tart taste, which is often described as a cross between a melon and a strawberry.

From smoothies to slices, every ounce of this yummy fruit is worth savoring! This sweet and juicy fruit is a significant source of vitamin C. Pineapple can be eaten fresh or used in cooking or for juicing.

Prickly Pear Cacti may look a little intimidating, but their sweet flavor makes them more than worth the effort it takes to eat them. You can blend them into lemonade or cut and prepare them as a quick snack to enjoy the sweetest treat the desert has...

Passion Fruit is a very sweet and seedy snack and best eaten when its skin is dimpled. To eat Passion Fruit, cut the fruit in half with a serrated knife, letting as little as juice escape as possible.

Occasionally referred to as "the nectar of the gods", one bite of a guava will reveal to you how it earned such a divine title. These incredibly sweet fruits can be used to make a tropical barbecue sauce, but can also be served as a snack with a side...

As legendary as the mythical creature, Dragon Fruit is a one-of-a-kind fruit with flavor like no other. Getting their name from their iconic ember shape, this tasty fruit is best when cubed and served with pineapple chunks for a sweet snack that lives...

What happens when you combine the supreme sweetness of the apricot with the surprisingly succulent flavor of the plum? You get Organic Dinosaur Egg Pluots, a combination as unexpectedly delicious as it is positively pleasant.

It just might be that the trip from the farm to our shelves was shorter than your drive home. That's because Meijer buys from local farmers whenever possible. When we buy fresh fruits and veggies locally, we're all supporting the communities we live and...

Kiwifruit is a wonderful source of vitamin C and antioxidants. This sweet fruit has a unique, tart taste, which is often described as a cross between a melon and a strawberry. Enjoy it in smoothies, fruit salads, and sweet drinks for a quick snack you'll...