Tuesday, August 23, 2011

The Basics of Growing Flowers in Tropical Climates

Different types of flowers have adapted to grow naturally in the three different climate zones of the globe. These zones include the tropical, temperate, and polar zones. Tropical flowers are are abundant, as many different plant species thrive in a climate that is largely non-arid and warm. Flowers that are native to the tropics are those that grow naturally in areas that lie between the Tropic of Capricorn and the Tropic of Cancer.

This area includes the most fertile areas of China, Africa, and South America. Other tropical locations include the Congo Basin, and parts of the United States, Mexico, and Australia. If you live in these areas, it is relatively easy to grow flowers native to the area, as native tropical flowers enjoy the warm temperatures and frequent rainfall these areas receive.

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If you are interested in growing flowers in a tropical climate, you will have the most luck with growing tropical flowers. Some of the most popular tropical flowers for the dahlias, Christmas orchids and other types of orchids, the African tulip, the Angel Wing begonia, lotus, jasmine, hibiscus, the blue passion flower, and many others. Tropical blooms are known for being fragrant and colorful, and most of them bloom throughout the year when planted in a native environment. Tropical flowers are truly a beautiful addition to gardens and yards, giving people gorgeous landscapes and attracting birds and other species to enjoy their nectar and natural coverage.

You can try to grow flowers from other climates such as the temperate and polar zones in a tropical landscape, but largely you will need to grow these in a greenhouse setting where you can control the rainfall and temperature these plants receive. Plants that are not native to the tropical climate may not thrive in such a warm, wet climate as you would find in the Tropics.

The Basics of Growing Flowers in Tropical Climates

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