Tropicals are hot, and so is the anticipation of garden retailers being able to discover new products at industry events.
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Colorful Classic Canna (Abbott-Ipco, Inc.)
Colorful Classic Canna rhizomes are derived from virus-tested tissue culture. Classic Cannas thrive in all heat climates and will rebloom dpring through fall. Their tropical, lush foliage attracts pollinators. abbott-ipco.com
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New Jurassic Rex Begonia (Ball Ingenuity)
There are now four exciting series of Rex Begonias from the Ball Ingenuity team.
Jurassic: A new take on a classic plant
Jurassic Dino: A compact habit for 4- to 5-inch pots
Jurassic Jr.: 40% smaller leaves than Jurassic for less breakage
This collection of specimen-sized Yucca rostrata (Beaked Yucca) has been containerized for customer convenience. Ranging in age from 15 to 30 years old, these plants are slow growers capable of reaching heights of 15 feet. They are extremely drought tolerant and able to withstand temperatures below 0˚F. botanics.com
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Vriesea ‘Happy Yellow’ (Corn. Bak B.V.)
This Happy series of Vriesea with an extraordinary yellow branched inflorescence has a completely different look. It is a real game changer. Also available in Red and Purple. Suitable for a 3-5-inch pot. bromelia.com
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Aglaonema 'Mellow Yellow' (Costa Farms)
Put ‘Mellow Yellow’ Aglaonema in your store, on your website, or feature in on your social media channels and you’ll quickly see consumers gravitate toward this eye-catching variety. It features large, oval, dark-green leaves heavily variegated in creamy yellow. The effect is artistic — no two leaves are the same, but they all grab your attention immediately. The perfect plant for brightening low-light corners, Mellow Yellow also tolerates inconsistent watering, making it as easy to care for as it is beautiful. costafarms.com
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Aglaonema 'Ultra Pink’ (Costa Farms)
This Aglaonema really stands out in store displays, and Ultra Pink is sure to capture consumers’ hearts thanks to its bold, year-round color. Each red-pink leaf is artfully edged in a band of rich green, making it as delightful to view up close as it is from a distance. costafarms.com
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6-Inch Carnivorous Garden in a Monster Box (Flori-Design)
This fascinating carnivorous garden has three killer plants in it. It comes in a plastic box that has bilingual care instructions on it. The box also has fun monster plant graphics on it to attract consumers. flori-design.com
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Hollywood Hibiscus ‘Earth Angel’ (J. Berry Nursery)
J. Berry is proud to introduce its newest tropical personality, Earth Angel, to the Hollywood Hibiscus line. This heavenly starlet is a breakthrough in breeding with the most graceful and bright white blooms in the industry accented by contrasting, deep-green foliage. jberrynursery.com
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Minimalist Collection (LiveTrends Design Group)
The Minimalist Collection includes:
Azure Collection (eight designs): This contemporary and alluring collection is sculpted from concrete and overlaid with soft touch surfaces. Marrying urban architecture design with glass and concrete, these shapely forms exude an unexpected tranquility with designs that are eye-catching and unique.
Fluidity Collection (six designs): Inspired by the powerful, feminine forms and flowing silhouettes seen in Zaha Hadids’ architecture, smooth ribbing in sensual patterns are combined with monochromatic colors for a refined variety of products. livetrendsdesign.com
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Curator Collection (LiveTrends Design Group)
Curator Collection includes:
Terrestrial Collection (eight designs): It begins with an intriguing collection of designs inspired by the biodiversity of deserts. These unique vessels will captivate the eye with their intricate surface qualities. A combination of neutral colors paired with organic shapes and textures makes this collection a tantalizing assortment of designs that begs to be touched.
Cosmic Collection (10 designs): Designed to be sensitive and soothing, this collection defies typical aesthetics and experiences. From the outset, the designers reimagined organic surfaces and curated an amalgamation of tactile designs that capture a refined yet raw beauty. livetrendsdesign.com
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Rose Brindabella ‘Crimson Knight’ (Sun-Fire Nurseries)
The newest Brindabella Rose, ‘Crimson Knight’ brings a regal air to any garden with gorgeous deep-red blooms, high petal count, and classic rose fragrance. Disease-resistant Brindabella roses offer form, function and fragrance – modern shrub roses with old-fashioned appeal. sunfirenurseries.com
Suntory Flowers introduces Sun Parasol Sunbeam, the first yellow in the Original group and in the brand as a whole. Blooms are a rich, buttery yellow with a darker throat. Plants have a bushy habit that's ideal for sunny containers and hanging baskets. sunfirenurseries.com
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Artisan Collection (Urban Jungle)
The practice of wheel-throwing is truly a work of art, with research suggesting its roots go as far back as ancient Mesopotamia. Conceived on a pottery wheel, this Artisan Collection features a variety of terracotta forms that invite a sense of calm through its gentle curves and intentional design. theurbanjungle.com
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Earthenware Collection (Urban Jungle)
Tactile, organic surfaces in rich earth tones invite warmth and charm to all spaces. Inspired by ancient pottery techniques of shaping clay by hand, the Earthenware Collection combines the beauty of raw materials with trendy foliage for a unique assortment of rustic pottery full of character. theurbanjungle.com
That’s why The Garden Center Group had an excited group of garden retailers as judges for its Cool Product Award during the 2021 Tropical Plant International Expo (TPIE). Even with the event taking place virtually this year, the team of judges was able to recognize an array of great products.
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This year’s judges presented 11 companies with awards for 14 cool products. Even if you were not at TPIE or you were not able to be a part of this process, you can still benefit from the results. Check out the slideshow above for a closer look at this year’s winners.
The 2021 TPIE Cool Product Awards are a collaboration between TPIE 2021, Florida Nursery Growers and Landscape Association (FNGLA), and The Garden Center Group. The Florida Nursery, Growers and Landscape Association (FNGLA) is a vibrant network of professionals who work in unison to shape the future of Florida’s nursery and landscape industry. For more information on TPIE or FNGLA, visit fngla.org.
February 24, 2021 
