The desire to kick back on a beautiful patio is pretty much universal. With these plant ideas you can give your patio the tropical twist you’ve always desired. Michigan Bulb Co is one option for ordering plants and gives you the ability to search for plants by growing zone.
The Orange Candle Flower is one particularly beautiful plant that grows in several zones of the country. Plants like this one give you an opportunity to create a tropical feel to your patio even in the colder climates.
Northscaping is another company with a selection of tropical looking plants for those growing plants in the less tropical portions of the country. I uncovered several other tropical style plant options that can also be grown in colder climates. These include the Hibiscus Sub Zero Mix, Bleeding Heart, Honeysuckle Vine and the Pink Flamingo Plant.
In my research for this article I discovered a book I hadn’t seen before called Hot Plants for Cool Climates; Gardening With Tropical Plants in Temperate Zones. With the combination of all these delightful treats you will be on your way to creating a tropical haven wherever you live!
Flickr photo by: Mondomuse