Doc Block's TROPICAL BACKYARD Paradise Tour - Ep. 301

If you're into Aroids, then you may have heard Doc Block's name here and there-since there are some of his hybrids on the market (e.g., Anthurium 'Michelle') and even some plants named after him (though by the courtesy of other folks). However, he has quite a penchant for a range plants, and has turned his Florida residence into a backyard paradise of palms, ferns, cycads, aroids, and more.
We paid a visit to his home after the cold snap in Florida and took a tour through the land. (This is part 1 of a two-part series).
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[@MagPie0423]

Beautiful Doc. Block just loves his Garden and speaks so passionately. What a privilege for you to be able to tour his gardens . He should host children's botanical hours . I would do anything to spend a day in his Gardens with him . Honestly, I would just pitch up a hammock and move in and never leave .

[@Holly_at_gypsyhollergardens]

What an honor to tour such a delightful mature garden 🪴💙

[@onlyplants]

Another great tour, love how Dr Bloc explained controlling landscaping based on specific spaces. Mr Greg Hambali is still very much alive though he’s not rolling in his grave just yet 😀. Looking forward to more tours like this!

[@lovelylatifa4365]

She must go to Indonesia and have a tour with Mr Greg Hambali or having video colabs with you. Must be very interesting 👍🏼

[@dutch9664]

This guy hire people not hands on.

[@masterskribble]

What a feast for the eyes! His collection of cycads, orchids, and bamboo are stunning! I love his energy too. Truly you can see how much he cares for each of his plant. Very inspiring-thank you, Summer for this wonderful presentation of his garden!

[@kathymacomber5115]

I could listen to Dr. Jeff all day

[@ajeldrez777]

This was an “exquisite” video. I would rather watch this over a movie. I could hear him talk all day

[@GCar35]

😂😂 “exquisite” .. I lost count.

[@Gtumrths]

What an amazing garden. No, it’s a paradise! This is one very happy man!

[@lins8753]

I can really feel Summer's excitement while touring this garden 😍 Rightfully so! This was so beautiful to see.

[@toddbigeasy]

i noticed it too, seemed to be extremely good mood. which I can understand that place is awesome

[@frog90901]

What a spectacular and amazing garden!! Many thanks to Doctor Block for sharing it with your viewers! So inspiring!!

[@Dixiwonderlandyoutube]

I really love when you make videos like this. You are so good at doing interviews. It would also be fun if you could visit private collection at peoples homes like you did before 🥰

[@lat7805]

Ohhh my heart blows with so much beauty!!! Thank you for showing it to us💜 and to Dr Block to allow us to watch this piece of paradise he grown so wisely and carefully. 💜💜💜

[@nurturingnatureatblockbota2885]

You're welcome... I'm hooked on sharing tropical botany!

[@alex.vgeorge125]

What a wonderful 75 year old sago plan & 35 year old ponytail palm what a delight

[@greatnorthernexotic]

This garden is right up my street! 🌴🌴

[@nurturingnatureatblockbota2885]

We're blessed to live in a wonderful part of the United States!

[@monsteraetc]

As a fellow "planty" physician, with a fellowship in Integrative Medicine, Dr. Block's garden is a personal goal. I'm likely too old myself to achieve the garden he has, but I'm sure going to try. Thanks for sharing your space, Doc, and thanks for doing such a wonderful video tour, Summer!

[@nurturingnatureatblockbota2885]

Physicians are trained "observers" looking for integrated signs of health vs. sickness. I'd bet that you're probably an excellent "custodian" of living things!

[@kelvinfuka9112]

This garden is exquisite... One of the best... Doc Block seems like a gentleman and so knowledgeable... This was a great view...

[@mystil5261]

I would really like to hear more of what he has to say since his insight and experience seem more valuable.

[@lukaostojic1154]

We need more of these kind of tours, Summer!

[@timgarner1957]

Ah, great episode... Florida is shangri-la for plant lovers. Such a magical place. Thanks for inviting us along

[@michaelspano4067]

big thanks to dr. block for allowing us to tour. loved seeing all the stuff i use to grow when i lived in south florida. the medinilla on the rock wall was awesome, we use to grow them right in the tops of big platyceriums. speaking of platyceriums the coronarium is outstanding! we use to grow dendrobium, oncidium and phalaenopsis orchids in a similar fashion covering the trunks of trees and they really are spectacular when they bloom. thanks summer for another great tour.

[@Crypto2638]

Actually that is how most orchids grow. It’s allied mounted and some people even mount it on trees

[@nurturingnatureatblockbota2885]

Thanks Michael! Plants such as that Medinilla that have naturalized to the environment as epiphytes need minimal care; and are some of my most satisfying specimens.

[@KathyCribaro]

​😂❤😊

[@autumnyoung8640]

This is such a great garden tour. I wish there was more talk about soil amendment, fertilizer, and general care of the plants.

[@paulap7386]

Can't you just feel the amazing light and energy coming from these plants, pure joy!! thank you for showing this .

[@josiptumapa]

I LOVE LISTENING TO HIM!!!! GOOD MORNING ❤ reminds me of my dad who is also a doctor. My dad Always loved plants. But when I started my own plant binge during the pandemic, he got to be more of a lover and collector than me 😂 it's always a bonding thing. He talks Bout his plants just like this man

[@RuggedHamster]

Exquisite! Love these tours. Chad's tour at Fairchild is my favorite relaxation video to date. Looking forward to more content featuring him.

[@chaotatca2003]

Yup. I watched it like 100s times. So relaxing. I let it play sometime on computer while doing chores or work too.

[@angelicadiaz4107]

Oh !!! what a beauty!!! I live in Miami and I have a small backyard and this video has been so inspirational!!!!Thank you Summer for your mission and vision! That's why I support your channel!!!

[@nurturingnatureatblockbota2885]

Here in Miami, we're blessed to live in the rare Continental United States Zone 10!

[@angelicadiaz4107]

@@nurturingnatureatblockbota2885Well , you are an e expert!! It’s a blessing this gardening 👩‍🌾 zone but for me it is also a work in progress and a learning experience! I don’t like when I make mistakes and my plants 🪴 suffer! 👋🏻

[@jamiewestmoreland6289]

Love these tours of other peoples gardens and house collections ❤🌞❤️

[@bugsandbrushes]

This was wonderful and what a lovely gentleman he is. Thank you all for sharing this marvellous place on earth.

[@nicolecabrera2424]

I love this! When I lived in Miami, I had the most beautiful, thriving outdoor plants on my patio. My husband and I even managed to grow a mangrove from a propagule we found floating in the ocean. I miss that!

[@hlemenviro3623]

I am a professional horticulturist and landscape designer. I find this a truely magnificent garden one of the very best I have seen. Most of those plants can be found growing in Gardens here in Durban but no garden l know of can compare with it ❤❤❤.

[@Thelawncarenut]

I appreciate that he keeps the lawn just as nice as the landscape. I actually liked hearing the lawn mowers in the background

[@alisonsneed3707]

An almost psychedelic expression of plant life on Earth. Proof that ‘anything is possible’ in our incredible universe.

[@jonstfrancis]

I love Doc Block, such a cool and interesting gentleman and wow Chad Husby turns up too! Love the old trees and all the epiphytes on them; amazing! Such an awesome collection, seeing all those houseplants outside growing like in nature. And cute cats! 💚

[@nurturingnatureatblockbota2885]

Thanks for your kind words Jon. Chad is a wonderful botanical colleague. We have lots of talent here in South Florida.

[@jonstfrancis]

@@nurturingnatureatblockbota2885 subscribed!

[@clearwaterbeachhomesearchm5957]

Thank you so much Dr Block for letting us in your amazing garden

[@nurturingnatureatblockbota2885]

Thanks for those kind words form Clearwater... You're most welcome!

[@azfarahmad7779]

That pony tail palm is amazing

[@jhbuilders]

It’s hard for me to stay focused on plants looking at that beautiful woman. Good lord. 😍😍

[@haciers9358]

A lovely relaxing calming video. I really enjoyed it. I think summer has met someone that smiles more than her.

[@nurturingnatureatblockbota2885]

Thats sweet of you to notice... we had a lovely few days filming together!

[@amyjones2490]

Those crotons and that ponytail palm…chefs kiss.

[@TheeChocolateGoddess]

This was a phenomenal tour. Dr. Block is so verse in his garden. I was so impressed with his knowledge and how he was able to explain things so well. I will be watching this one several times because it was that good!

[@nurturingnatureatblockbota2885]

Thanks... Thats very kind of you to say!

[@theguywiththebighead5432]

​@@nurturingnatureatblockbota2885 did it annoy you that summer interrupts so much?

[@m.wright168]

Incredible! He lives in paradise. Thanks so much for sharing 💚💚💚💚💚

[@mariadykeman7008]

How beautiful and peaceful this garden is,thank you.

[@NYIJ05]

my Florida native plants that i grew up with so of course they're the best ever... i loved loved loved this ....

[@alexi7048]

I could listen to him talk about plants for much longer. What a nice guy. And what a beautiful garden :)

[@EduardoHernandez-un9zp]

Lots of thanks for bringing us such a joy with your videos!!!

[@cooloutac]

This guy has one of the worlds best gardens for sure.

[@robert_1u4p]

You will want to enjoy this film over and over for its moving art qualities, and also because Dr. Bloc is such a pleasant gentleman to listen to.

[@nurturingnatureatblockbota2885]

Thanks Roberto... that very kind of you to say!

[@aquaman461]

Stunning property. Thank you, Doc B, for sharing your paradise and to Summer for your energy and passion ✨️

[@nurturingnatureatblockbota2885]

Thanks for your kind words... You're most welcome aquaman!

[@shaynegreenman6857]

This was so special - Thank you Summer, what a botanical treasure trove, an exquisite garden of inspiration for all Plant lovers and collectors :)

[@nnbnbnn]

wow, doc block is a sharp dresser too! love it, thanks doc :) (talking plants, of course!)

[@ninachumnanvech5212]

THANK YOU DOCTOR BLOCK FOR SHARING YOUR TROPICAL BACKYARD, PARADISE, INDEED IT'S PARADISE, I'M SO GRATEFUL......THANK YOU AGAIN

[@judymckerrow6720]

Absolutely stunning! Thank you Ms. Summer and Dr. Block!❄️💚🙃

[@judymiddleswart9350]

Unbelievable garden!!!

[@carlyamberson]

Fascinating and inspiring 💚🪴🌱🌿🌴🌳🌺

[@veeraldogra5684]

Summer!!!! it's so good to see you. I missed these tours so so much!

[@meshalqh.3663]

Omg that is the true definition of paradise ,periodt.

I smiled the whole time watching this. ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL!! Can’t wait to see the next part. I enjoyed this so much!🪴💚

[@georgeflorin4386]

I'm glad you resumed these world tours to botanical gardens. These are the most beautiful videos you make. And I expect that you will continue to do more of this kind. Thanks! 😁

[@Tminus89]

Oh wow, amazing. What a dream, thanks for showing us!

[@lynamsden7681]

Thank you for a great tour! The first 30 years of my life I lived in South Florida and I'm embarrassed to say that I didn't know many of these plants existed. Sure wish I would have taken more of an interest back in the day. Can't wait to see the second part of the tour.

[@dewantoroo]

What a day. Just saw TechPlant's video of Silver Chrome nursery tour and then this video with Summer and Dr Jeff Block.

[@thaillling9369]

Yes this was incredible, Techplant is so great also

[@nurturingnatureatblockbota2885]

Thanks... glad it was a good view!

[@judymckerrow6720]

Wouldn’t it be wonderful if Ms. Summer could revisit the garden when it’s in full bloom ! ❄️💚🙃

[@juliashearer7842]

Any time you visit a garden you can say "wouldn't it be wonderful to visit it when......" 🙂 I don't think it would be any more spectacular than it is this time round. Absolutely stunning.

[@nurturingnatureatblockbota2885]

It would be wonderful to have another visit 6 months from now when different things are in bloom, but during our rainy season it can be oppressively humid outside! Even if its not raining, the camera lenses (and my eye-glasses) have problems with fogging!

[@henryallen3483]

Stay safe and thanks for the update🙏🏾🇯🇲

[@ferdinandaguillon7243]

One of the best video you have shared, thank you, it was enjoyable watching and learning the tropical plants that can be grown outdoor.

[@Gtumrths]

Dr. Block is a knowledgeable and fine man! Thank you for the tour! I really enjoyed it. (Have seen it now 3 x😉)

[@thaillling9369]

Your content is so pure and entirely unrivaled, thank you!

[@kangtani_indonesia]

Waow Extraordinary

[@umouthingme]

That was interesting. I would love to have a yard like that to be able to stroll through everyday.

[@marionallen2222]

Incredible! I wanna live there! All my houseplants would be so happy!!! 🌺🌸💚🤍🪴🌿🌳🍀

[@mariaas9731]

Paradise! And I know for a fact that paradise is not possible without a cat ❤️

[@tanchongkiat]

Thank you for bringing us along on the tour. Main learning point for me - right plant for the right place.

[@nurturingnatureatblockbota2885]

Thanks Kiat! This is why I emphasized that Master Gardener mantra "The right plant in the right place." Glad it was your take-home message! If you're the same Kiat Tan I met ten years ago in Miami (and have a sister living here), then you've known about this wisdom from the masterful Singapore Gardens project.

[@angelasmiley8352]

Dr. Block your yard is absolutely beautiful. ❤

[@grisespino5342]

A treasure of plants and knowledge, beautifully displayed.

[@kaitjackson2288]

Outstanding content. Brilliant minds intersecting. Thank you 🙏🏻

[@sahebchoudhury]

That orchid at the end is native my state of Assam in India. Our entire state blooms with that flower in March and April.

[@bbrosser694]

It is nice to see the new additions for lovers of indoor and outdoor gardening. I especially enjoy seeing and learning about gardens all over the world. Thans KZbin!

[@WillBeInTheGarden]

Absolutely beautiful~ 💚

[@dorothymcintosh-sims597]

Hello, Fl.would never be a place I reside but that is Heaven on Earth. Absolutely beyond breath taking . Thank U

[@patimahsinge9952]

Absolutely amazing :). Thank you for sharing your garden

[@Wendy-zl8kv]

So much fun!! You two are great together! What a beautiful place!

[@sandragoerlich7134]

Beautiful garden, love the tour , the music, the cat and ya’all, thanks for sharing!!!

[@lindylou3519]

Oh my gosh!!! To be able to plant all of my tropicals in the ground…well, I would certainly be in heaven & to have a choice of so many different kinds to plant & keep…another reason I need to be closer to zone 9 or 10!

[@eleanorluckhurst9192]

I love your videos and especially enjoy that Aaron participates. I am amazed at your depth and wealth of knowledge on garden topics and related fields. Well done.

[@petersalt]

Great post Summer, always a pleasure watching walk through these gardens.

[@siarlbychan]

What an extraordinary, magical and fantastic episode and tour! And that dracaena! Thank you for sharing this with your followers.

[@newmanmansell760]

This was such a wonderful garden tour😊🙏💞; the plants, and the conversation

[@marciajackson6874]

'Eating a cow's eyeball' 😀Lovely awe inspiring tour Summer

[@EliezaBaby]

Omg 😱 Soooooooo exciting 😍 the most awaited vlog and meet up . Finally . I'll be watching it over and over again . Thank you 😊

[@spacecase]

WOW! This was awesome to watch. What a treat to see plants (that we have in our homes and pay a lot of money for lol) growing outside and just thriving!

[@SequoiaElisabeth]

Perfect timing! Lovely escape from the snow 🙂

[@stephaniemaxwell9423]

Great tour!!! I watched it twice! Added a few plants into my wish list thanks to this video! 🌴❤️

[@shawnlivers2757]

What a treat to experience!

[@exboyjr]

Beautiful!

[@MariaRomero-jt8xm]

wow this was long over due but at the same time such an awesome surprise! amazing tour! cant wait for the second part!

[@botanyboy5454]

WOW, outstanding! Just amazing! ❤️ My favorite channel!

[@Patrickstar_lol]

I’m a Registered Nurse that loves plants as well. One of these days I’ll make it to Florida to plant all year long for now the growing all year round happens in my home and 4 short months outdoors. Beautiful tour Summer and What an amazing garden Dr Block! Thank you for sharing.

[@nurturingnatureatblockbota2885]

Healthcare providers know how to care for plants' health too... You're welcome Diane!

[@christopherkenyon1256]

Excellent to her what an amazing garden. Can’t wait to see the next episode.

[@user-vd5zi2zb2e]

Thank you so much

[@ceciliatorres1882]

All I can say is AWESOME TOUR. Simply beautiful 👏❤️👏❤️👏

[@GenericUsername999]

I feel like these two could be my aunt and uncle, wow this is so beautiful! 😢❤😊 I love u tio & tia!!!

[@dynajay4106]

DOCTOR BLOCKTOGONOPUS! BWAAAAAAAHHHH!!!

[@coffee2962]

Lovely Video Today as usual! ❤❤ It’s cool to see Houseplants so big Especially the Pony Tail Palm That Caudex is huge!

[@iddybiddyladybugleeza262]

That was so delightful 🥰🪴🌳🌴

[@deborahmouille1718]

This video was like eye candy for me! Thanks for all the treats! Made my day! Hugs from Louisiana!