A tour of a Beautiful Tropical Style Garden that’s recovered from a devastating winter.

[@JLregisestuncon]

For me, who is at the very beginning of my new exotic-inspired garden, this hardwork is an encouragement but also a piece of wisdom. Nature sometimes takes back what it gives...

[@tikitropicals65]

Hi. Yes we can create these amazing gardens but we also need to be aware that in harsh winters unless we have the ability to protect certain plants there is a risk but for most the rewards outweighs it. Cheers.

[@songbird474]

My sisters amazing garden. So much hard work put in.

[@tikitropicals65]

Yes I agree. They have both created a beautiful garden and that doesn’t happen without hard work and passion.

[@texastropics]

This garden looks great. It really shows how the circular lawn area in a standard rectangle seems to be a great design as it adds so much depth. If it were me, I would take that central circular garden and do a trio of Trachycarpus and then layer with cannas and other plants like she currently has. I'm all about adding canopy. Either way this is a fantastic garden and I agree with you the structures they have included add so much.

[@tikitropicals65]

Thank you. I always enjoy your comments they are always constructive. Height and privacy is definitely a key factor in tropical style gardens and is something that will come with time. I agree they have done a great job and I believe it will evolve to get better and better. Cheers.

[@dianewhitworth4953]

Thank you, we do want to add some permanent hight in that circle, I'm still trying to decide what to do, I've used cannas and the Ensete so that I can easily lift them. Although a trio of trachycapus might be too much for now as I do want to keep some grass for my grandchildren. Thank you for your suggestion

[@texastropics]

@@dianewhitworth4953 they can be planted closer to one another than most people realize. Great garden regardless, I'm sure its going to get better and better with time.

[@dianewhitworth4953]

@tropicalpdx1341 thank you, its an everyday discussion in this garden, 8. So ad at making my mind up

[@YorkshireTropics]

Beautiful garden, be nice to have an update in a years time to see how things have evolved and grown in that time. Great video as always 👍

[@tikitropicals65]

Thank you. I’m sure in the future Diane and Steve will be willing to show any future progress as they are passionate about their garden. Cheers.

[@cassandrasmith5517]

How amazing to be a few steps away from you own tropical oasis! It is just a wanderer’s paradise❤❤❤ And I am so in love with the tree ferns❤

[@tikitropicals65]

Thank you. Yes it is a beautiful garden and the tree ferns are a big reason for that They really are a key feature in the garden. Cheers.

[@dmariemc9510]

What a beautiful tropical garden..beautiful choice of plants 😍

[@tikitropicals65]

Thank you. I agree they have done a wonderful job.

[@juliebrace8637]

What a beautiful garden. I just love tropical gardens. Well done to the couple who created it. I hope one day my garden looks similar to this 🌴🌱🪴❤

[@tikitropicals65]

Thank you. The fact you love tropical gardens is the best place to start. Passion for the hobby is the driving force to create these amazing gardens. Cheers.

[@juliebrace8637]

I've definitely got the passion, unfortunately I have a horrid neighbour who loves to destroy my my plants as he grows his hedges that high, the weight of them when he cuts them purposely over my garden they snap my plants. 🪴🌱🌴

[@dianewhitworth4953]

Thank you

[@adamp.mytravels]

Niesamowity ogród jestem pod wrażeniem 👍🌿🌱🌴😍

[@tikitropicals65]

Thank you

[@inbetween-days]

Looks wonderful. Thank you for sharing ❤

[@tikitropicals65]

My pleasure 😊Thank you

[@kateeveritt3292]

I think I might be near Diane by how she described the layers of sand and the December 22 temperatures. We lost our 4 tree ferns and every single agapanthus and cordyline in the garden. It’s wonderful to see what she’s achieved. Such exciting and exotic plants to enjoy.

[@tikitropicals65]

Thank you and I’m so sorry to hear about your plant losses. It really is soul destroying when something like that happens. I hope you still enjoy your garden and held onto your love for this type of gardening. Cheers.

[@dianewhitworth4953]

I'm so sorry that you lost so many of your plants. It's devastating to see the damage. I live near thr Sandy heath transmitter

[@kateeveritt3292]

@@dianewhitworth4953 Oh, so you’re at the top end of the Greensand ridge and I’m about halfway along it in Silsoe. Our soil is beautiful to dig on the top because it’s fine and sandy but then as you said, further down it’s solid yellow compacted sand. The cordyline have all started to grow and I have left just one tree fern in the ground. He was our first one bought 30 years ago but I’m afraid he’s 100% dead and will be dugout soon. I’ve been very cautious and have only bought 2 small replacements because they’re so expensive now ! My tropical garden is still a new venture of just 2 years and we’re loving it.

[@dianewhitworth4953]

@@kateeveritt3292 ah that's such a shame to have lost one you'd had for so many years. I only left one cordyline in and it has started to regrow, but I took my big one out and replaced with a trachycarpus as I wanted it as the backbone of the garden. I still love them and they are so cheap, so I just bought some more and accept that I may loose them again. Before I bought the larger dicksonia Antarcticas, I had bought 3 small ones that I intended to place in front of the dead trunks, which I've left in pots and will bring them in to thr greenhouse for more protection, But I love these as small plants in thr pots at the moment. Good luck with your own tropical journey

[@kateeveritt3292]

@@dianewhitworth4953 just one more question Diane ! Where do you find your more tropical plants and tree ferns in your area ? Can you recommend any good nurseries or garden centres ?

[@richardjohnson7984]

Wonderful tour and garden. I would say Paulownia would work great there. I have one in even in a pot I just chop it every year and leave a couple of buds in the spring and it is about 8ft tall! It's no bother at all, I just need to water it often.

[@tikitropicals65]

Thank you. A Paulownia is a great tree. I think an evergreen will work well too as it will give a little more protection throughout winter as well.

[@tadeus1234]

amazing, like from hungary :)

[@tikitropicals65]

I’m glad you liked it. Cheers

[@racheallewis2437]

I hate that she’s hard on herself because her garden is remarkable!!!!

[@tikitropicals65]

Hi. I agree. I’ve found from visiting lots of amazing private gardens the creators tend to see the bad bits before the good but that’s what pushes them to make such amazing gardens. I think she knows her garden is great it’s just that drive to make it better. Cheers.