If you’re anything like me, the thrill of discovering a rare tropical plant is like finding a hidden treasure. There’s something magical about nurturing a plant that few others have, watching it grow, and sharing its story with fellow enthusiasts. Over the years, my passion for indoor gardening and unique tropical plants has blossomed into a joyful journey filled with discovery, care, and community. Today, I want to take you on a tour of some truly exceptional plants that eve

If you’re anything like me, the thrill of discovering a new, rare tropical plant is unmatched. There’s something magical about bringing a piece of the exotic into your home or garden. It’s not just about the greenery; it’s about the stories, the textures, and the vibrant life these plants bring. Today, I want to share some of my favorite finds and tips to help you enrich your collection with truly unique tropical beauties. Let’s dive into this unique tropical plant guide toge

<p>Few plants create the same sense of fascination as Nepenthes. Their sculptural pitchers, climbing habit, and remarkable diversity give them a presence that

Caring for "Strings of Hearts" Plants One of the most popular categories of indoor plants right now is a broad grouping we call "Strings of Things." Because these plants are grouped by their common characteristics (in this case, their chain-like stems with whimsically shaped and colored leaves), their care can be confusing. In actual fact, "Strings-of" plants represent a wide variety of often completely unrelated species, so it's not easy to provide a "one-size-fits-all" ca

If you’re anything like me, your home is a lush sanctuary filled with vibrant, exotic greenery. There’s something magical about bringing a piece of the tropics indoors, isn’t there? I’ve spent years collecting unique tropical plants that you won’t find in your average garden center. Each one tells a story, and caring for them feels like nurturing a living treasure. Today, I want to share everything I’ve learned about giving these beauties the love and attention they deserve.

Hoyas are fascinating, easy to grow tropical plants with an incredible variety of shapes, colors, and scents!

If you’re anything like me, the thrill of finding that one-of-a-kind tropical plant is unbeatable. There’s something magical about...

Growing Plants in LECA: How, Why, When? (And Maybe Why Not?) "Should I change all my plants over to LECA?" "What the heck is LECA, anyway?" "What's that stuff that looks like Cocoa Puffs people grow...

A straightforward, easy-to-follow guide to watering your tropical plants

How to understand and evaluate the quality and value you'll find from various kinds of plant retailers We've been growing and selling...

Become an Expert on...Begonias!

There is an old French saying, vive le différence ("long live the difference!") We might also say, "variety is the spice of life." ...

From childhood curiosity to lifelong obsession, Carnivorous Plants provide endless fascination, variety, and maybe a little pest control...

Specialty Tropicals is founded on three pillars: Family, Faith, and Love. Steve Hawkins has been a "plant-nerd" by anyone's definition...

Without a doubt, Aroids (Aglaonema, Anthurium, Dieffenbachia, Epipremnum, Monstera, Philodendron, Syngonium, Thaumatophyllum and many...

Soil...dirt...compost...humus...potting medium--any way you say it, the stuff plants grow in doesn't really sound exciting (well, to most...

Even a hobby as bucolic as gardening isn't immune to trends of fashion, and the nursery industry is responsive to what customers want...

One of the questions just about everyone who visits our nursery asks me (Steve) is, "How did you get started in all of this?" Truth is,...

Among the most popular categories of plants among collectors are Aroids (that's the family that includes things like Philodendrons--both...

Plants are great for us: they provide joy, stress-relief, and clean the air in our homes. Many of us who loves plants also love our...