Can you grow a tropical garden in Perth?

While the climate in Perth is not ideal for tropical gardens, Ms Mendel says it is easy to create the illusion of a lush tropical garden with a few good plant choices but you should be prepared to put in the work to maintain it. Ms Penkethman says a canopy to provide shade for lower-level planting is important.

What plants do I need for a tropical garden?

Majestic palms are a happy medium, while Cascade palms are great for completing the lower parts of your tropical garden.

• Alexander palm.
• Bangalow palm.
• Cascade palm.
• Majestic palm.
• Cordylines.
• Bromeliads.
• Clivia.
• Impatiens.

How do I make my garden look tropical?

Create a Tropical Garden

1. Path ways should have a natural appearance- slightly raised paths made from timber decking boards work well in this kind of lush setting.
2. Materials – choose natural materials such as cane, timber, stone and concrete.

Where to buy tropical plants in Wanneroo WA?

Four Seasons Plants and Garden Decor in Wanneroo is Perths leading tropical plant nursery that specialises in Palms, Cycads, Dragons Home About Our Plants Pot Range Garden Decor Soils & Mulches Bulk Soils Landscaping Gallery Contacts Welcome To Four Seasons Nursery

What to put in a tropical garden in Perth?

Consider using ground covers like Southern Blechnum Banksia, Leschenaultia formosa’Prostrate Red’ or Grevillea nudiflora instead of grass – reducing weeds and covering your landscape in a blanket of beauty. Add a Bali-style hut or outdoor bed to relax in, surrounded by bamboo and other foliage. Stone features – walls, statues and around pools.

Which is the best plant for a tropical garden?

While not technically a tropical plant, the Agave attenuata’s wide green leaves in attractive rosettes make it suitable for a tropical landscape. Virtually maintenance-free, this agave can handle full sun as well as low light conditions. Trim off the old withered leaves further down the stem to keep it looking neat.

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