Cold-Hardy vs. Tropical Plants
Balance the Best of Both Worlds
Use Cold-Hardy Plants as Your Backbone
Build a resilient foundation with native and cold-tolerant species.
Enjoy year-round structure and reliability with minimal fuss
Strategic Placement & Protection
Position tropicals near the house or under large trees to buffer cold.
Use frost cloths, blankets, or hay mulch during cold snaps.
Even a simple overhead cover helps retain heat.
Accent with Sensible Tropicals
Add tropical flair in moderation—use containers or protected microclimates.
Treat them as seasonal highlights rather than foundation plants.
Plant Ideas We Carry
Tropicals: Allamanda, Bird of Paradise, Blue daze, Thryallis, Tibouchina, Trinette Arboricola, Stromanthe.
Resilient in Central Florida: Bird of Paradise, Stromanthe, Blue daze, Cordylines, Tibouchina.
Perennials: Daylily, Creeping Fig, Jasmine, Ornamental Peanut.
Shrubs: Rhaphiolepis, Loropetalum, Viburnum.
