Welcome to TN Tropics β where we grow a tropical look in a temperate climate π΄
All plants featured on this channel are grown in Zone 7B Tennessee, proving you donβt need a warm climate to create a lush, tropical landscape.
This channel is dedicated to growing tropical plants and palms in colder U.S. zones (6β8), with real-world trials, data, and tips from a Tennessee garden. Youβll find practical guidance, species spotlights, and cold-hardiness insights to help you push the limits of what you can grow.
πΏ What youβll learn here:
β’ Cold hardy palm care and performance
β’ Freeze damage thresholds and recovery
β’ Tropical-style landscape design for cooler climates
β’ Plant trials, comparisons, and field observations
π΄ Featured plants include:
Trachycarpus fortunei, Sabal minor, Sabal birmingham, Sabal louisiana, needle palm, and other hardy palms β plus cold-tolerant tropicals like canna lily, Colocasia (elephant ears), hardy hibiscus, bamboo, and more.