Janet Scheffler

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Stories By Janet Scheffler

  • Outdoor Tropical Plants In California

    Outdoor Tropical Plants in California. California boasts many varieties of tropical plants including trees, flowering plants, ornamental grasses and foliage. Some are hardy enough to withstand the cooler temperatures of the northern parts of the state, and others are fragile and susceptible to cold damage, thriving well in southern California. Many tropicals do well enough indoors during the cooler months, provided they have south or west exposure for maximum light hours. Outdoor tropical plants in California generally thrive in the state's moderate climate conditions.

    By Janet Scheffler November 4th, 2022 Read More