Tropical Zone

Where lush foliage and dramatic flowers flourish in heat and humidity.

With a minimum night temperature of 20°C (68°F) and a relative humidity of 65-70 percent, this zone has an environment similar to a tropical rain forest.

The combination of heat and moisture promotes fast growth, immense leaf size and extravagant, brightly coloured flowers.

Left: Part of the tropical planting.

Right: The pond, which will be stocked with tropical waterlilies, will be heated to 28°C (82°F).

Above: A view into the roof between palm fronds - Hyophorbe verschaffeltii (right) and Cocus nucifera .

Right: View across the pond.

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