Is NSE tropicals open to the public?
Can I stop by NSE Tropicals? Unfortunately we are no longer open to the public and do not allow local pickup.
Where is NSE Tropicals?
We are based in sunny subtropical south Florida and grow our stock in airy shadehouses and misted lath structures that permit our plants to thrive under near natural conditions.
What is the most exotic plant?
10 Most Exotic Flowers Around the WorldPlumeria.Heliconia.Blue Passion Flower.Lily of the Valley.Lotus.Bird of Paradise.Amaryllis.Protea.More items...•
What is anthurium ace of spades?
Anthurium 'ace of spades' is an evergreen tropical plant with dramatic heart-shaped leaves, striking dark venation, coupled with a velvety-textured touch. This plant is one of the most beautiful houseplants in the genus.
1. Tell me the story about how NSE Tropicals got started. You also mentioned to me that you were one of the first people to sell aroids on the Internet. You were ahead of your time!
Enid: I basically was buying plants and seeds on eBay for my own garden, then I started realizing that plants that were considered really common in South Florida were a big deal in other parts of the country that maybe didn’t have access to tropical plants.
2. How long have you been growing plants, and how did your fascination with aroids come about?
Enid: I’ve been growing plants for most of my life but I started really getting into aroids back in about 1999. I’ve always liked unusual plants that maybe not everyone else was growing, and aroids certainly fit the bill for unusual and strange plants.
3. Out of all your global travels, do you have any particular plant hunting expeditions that stand out as the most memorable? Have you collected anything notable in your travels? Is it legal to collect plants in the wild?
Enid: Each country has specific rules, and you can check online what the requirements are usually. It’s not OK to just collect plants in the wild without proper permits.
4. What plants can you never seem to keep in stock? What are your most popular plants that you offer for sale?
Enid: Variegated Monsteras are tough to keep in stock. I don’t have very many stock plants so it’s difficult to keep making more. I’m finding a lot of the velvet anthurium hybrids are extremely popular lately.
5. Do you propagate all your plant stock yourself?
Enid: I’d say I propagate at least 99.9% of everything I sell these days. I don’t buy much. Although the fun part is getting new plants!
6. How do you determine whether to auction a plant off, or to just offer it for sale at a specified price?
Enid: Usually if I only have one or two of something, I auction it. If I have a bunch, I put it on the website.
8. Have you gotten involved in any plant breeding? If yes, please elaborate
Enid: I do a lot of anthurium hybrids. It’s fun to try to breed for enhanced vigor and specific traits like dark velvety foliage or pendulous leaves.
