Howea forsteriana, Howea, Kentia palm

Kentia palms are among the most beautiful palms that are grown in the Mediterranean. They have gentle and graceful leaves and for many people they remind of the coconut palm trees in the tropics.

Kentia palms do not like strong direct sunlight in Bulgarian conditions. They can be moved outside only when the temperatures are above zero, and at least partial shade must be provided.

For home use Kentia is the perfect plant. It grows slowly, tolerates the weaker Indoor light and can live for many years without causing problems.

Cylindropuntia imbricata, Walking Stick Cholla, Tree Cactus

from Botanical garden - Plovdiv, Bulgaria

Yellow Trumpet vine

Campsis radicans Flava

Pineapple guava Triumph

Feijoa (Acca) sellowianа Triumph

Ever green bush, which reaches up to 2m. height, with attractive pink blossoms with deep red stamens.

• Cold resistance to -10°C, but for optimum fruiting, it is recommended that temperatures do not fall below -5°C. It can be grown in a pot and to be kept in a greenhouse in the cold months.

• The fruits are medium sized, oval, with juicy and soft flesh, with a sharp aroma. Cross-pollination is recommended for for best fruit quality.

Good to know: Cross pollination between two (or more) different varieties will ensure good fruit set and fruit quality.

• Place at half day to full sun, completely protected from wind. Provide a well-drained soil, regular fertilization during the growing season.

• Blooming time - June.

• Ripening time - September.

Much information about Feijoa is available in our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=160

Pineapple guava Gemini

Feijoa (Acca) sellowiana Gemini

Ever green bush, which reaches up to 2m. height, with attractive pink blossoms with deep red stamens.

• Cold resistance to -10°C, but for optimum fruiting, it is recommended that temperatures do not fall below -5°C. It can be grown in a pot and to be kept in a greenhouse in the cold months.

• The fruits are small to medium, oval, with  excellent flavor. Skin is very smooth, thin. Cross-pollination is recommended for for best fruit quality.

Good to know: Cross pollination between two (or more) different varieties will ensure good fruit set and fruit quality.

• Place at half day to full sun, completely protected from wind. Provide a well-drained soil, regular fertilization during the growing season.

• Blooming time - June.

• Ripening time - September.

Much information about Feijoa is available in our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=160

Pineapple guava Mammoth

Feijoa (Acca) sellowiana Mammoth

Ever green tree-bush, which reaches up to 3m. height, with attractive pink blossoms with deep red stamens.

• Cold resistance to -10 ° C, but for optimum fruiting, it is recommended that temperatures do not fall below -5 ° C. It can be grown in a pot and to be kept in a greenhouse in the cold months.

• The fruits are large, oval, about 220g. Cross-pollination - with Triumph variety, is recommended for the formation of larger berries.

Good to know: Cross pollination between two (or more) different varieties will ensure good fruit set and fruit quality.

• Place at half day to full sun, completely protected from wind. Provide a well-drained soil, regular fertilization during the growing season.

• Blooming time - June.

• Ripening time - November.

Much information about Feijoa is available in our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=160

African lily

Agapanthus africanus

Variegated New Zealand Christmas tree

Metrosideros excelsa Variegata

More information is available in Bulgarian on our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewtopic.php?f=65&t=1098

Nerium oleander 'Madame Planchon'

Australian finger lime, Caviar lime
Citrus australasica var. Sanguinea

Australian lime or caviar is a native of the coastal border region of Queensland and New South Wales, Australia.

This is a thorny shrub or small tree with edible fruits. Theyr flesh is a set of globular vesicles, also called pearls, which is why the plants are called caviar.

Тhe peel is rough and thin, not easily injured and can be dried and use as a flavouring spice.

The juice is acidic like that of the other lime varieties.

Fortunella margarita, Nagami Kumquat is one of the most valuable citrus varieties

More than any other Citrus, Kumquat is of high ornamental value. The fruits are tasty and are consumed with the peel. They can hang on the tree for several months ripening, so most people usually prefer to keep them as ornamental. As with all other Citrus plants, Kumquat is susceptible to scales and spider mites and needs to be sprayed twice a year.

In winter it will need a cool place with temperatures 0-10 degrees Celsius. If the temperature is higher, the leaves usually fall off. In summer it needs to be outside and abundantly watered.

More information about Kumquat and other citrus species is available on our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewforum.php?f=4

Tea tree Red Damask

Leptospermum Scoparium Red Damask

Olive tree Lollipop

Olea Europaea Lollipop

More information about the olives is available in Bulgarian in our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewforum.php?f=13

Callistemon laevis Lollipop, Bottle brush

Danica Arborvitae 

Thuja occidentalis Danica

Danica is slow-growing, globular tuya, with bright green color, compact shape and sizes up to 60-80 cm. In frosty winters the color of the leaves changes to brown.. It does not need pruning. A solitary plant that can also be used in compositions.

Chocolate vine

Akebia quinata

Akebia quinata, also known as a Chocolate vine, is a cold resistant, climbing plant, typical of China Japan and Korea. The leaves are green, oval-shaped, and grow in clusters of five. Chocolate-purple flowers bloom in the spring. Flowers are monoecious, with both staminate (male) and pistillate (female) flowers appearing in the same raceme. The plant produce a fruits with an elongated shape and a purple hue in summer which split open in fall. The fruit ripen in late fall. The whitish pulp is edible, but not very palatable. The plants prefers sunny places, but develops well in the shade and drained, sandy loam soil.

Attention: Unripe fruits are poisonous!!!

For more fruit, it is better to plant more than one plant, which ensures better pollination.

Ficus carica Rouge de bordeaux , Feigensorte Rouge de bordeaux von Botanischem Garten - Plovdiv, Bulgarien

Ficus carica Hardy Chicago, Fig variety Hardy Chicago from Botanical Garden - Plovdiv, Bulgaria

Oleander Oasis
Nerium oleander Oasis

 Oleander Antoine
Nerium oleander Antoine

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewforum.php?f=82

Ficus pumila, Creeping fig

Ficus pumila is an evergreen, fast-growing, climbing bush with heart-shaped leaves. Prefers partial sun and high humidity. Can be used for green walls or plant in a pot.

Cupressus leylandii, Leyland cypress 2001

This is probably the most beautiful flowering tree!

No wonder, why in Japan they write poetry about these trees. Their flowers are so gentle and beautiful, that whoever seen them live, will never forget.

Cornelian cherry
Cornus mas

Betula alba, Silver Birch, Paper Birch from Botanical Garden - Plovdiv

Schefflera arboricola

Nerium oleander Mrs. Roeding

Nerium oleander Plumeria Red

Nerium oleander Simie

Nerium oleander 'Harriet Newding'

Water Hyacinth

Confederate jasmine, Chinese star jessamine
Rhynchospermum jasminoides 

Fertilizer concentrate for chlorosis treatment

Special blend, prevents the appearance of yellow new leaves, treats  long-lasting chlorosis, supports quality growth

Ingredients: Iron salts, magnesium salts, acidifying ions, additional minerals.

Application: Dissolve 1 tablespoon in 1 gallon of tap water and water the plants abundantly every 2  to 4 weeks. In case of severely damaged plants, apply the fertilizer every 2 weeks until green and  quality new growth is developped! Could be applied all year round to potted plants. Use with caution to avoid rust spots on any surrounding surfaces! Please note, that this fertilizer will affect mostly the new growth, not the old leaves that are already damaged. Do not overdose!

Storage: In a tightly closed package, in a dry and dark place. Durability: 2 years.

Net: 10.5 oz (300 gr)

200 g professional fertilizer for Palms, Yucca, Dracaena, Nolina

Prevents yellowing of old leaves and promotes quality new growth.

Ingredients: Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium, trace elements, amino acids and bio-stimulators in a suitable combination.

Application: Dissolve 1 tablespoon in 2 liters of water and water the plants abundantly every two weeks. The attached spoon is pressed into the jar wall when it is removed and thus the required amount of fertilizer is obtained for a 2 liter solution. Do not exceed the dose! Apply the fertilizer from the beginning of February till the end of August. For good results, the palms should be out during the warmer months, in the shade or the sun - according to your plant’s specific requirements!

Storage: In a tightly closed package, in a dry and dark place. Durability: 2 years min.

Net: 200 grams

A recipe of Palm Center - Plovdiv Ltd. nursery, www.palmi.bg

100 g professional fertilizer for Palms, Yucca, Dracaena, Nolina

Prevents yellowing of old leaves and promotes quality new growth.

Ingredients: Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium, trace elements, amino acids and bio-stimulators in a suitable combination.

Application: Dissolve 1 tablespoon in 2 liters of water and water the plants abundantly every two weeks. The attached spoon is pressed into the jar wall when it is removed and thus the required amount of fertilizer is obtained for a 2 liter solution. Do not exceed the dose! Apply the fertilizer from the beginning of February till the end of August. For good results, the palms should be out during the warmer months, in the shade or the sun - according to your plant’s specific requirements!

Storage: In a tightly closed package, in a dry and dark place. Durability: 2 years min.

Net: 100 grams

A recipe of Palm Center - Plovdiv Ltd. nursery, www.palmi.bg

Nerium oleander 'Professeur Granel',

Double red, scented Oleander

This is one of the cold resistant Oleander varieties. It grows on our experimental field near Assenovgrad (zone 7b) with no significant winter damage for more than 10 years. The pictures show our first plant there.

Much more information about the Oleanders is available in Bulgarian in our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewforum.php?f=82

Fertilizer concentrate for chlorosis treatment

Special blend, prevents the appearance of yellow new leaves, treats  long-lasting chlorosis, supports quality growth

Ingredients: Iron salts, magnesium salts, acidifying  ions, additional minerals.

Application: Dissolve 1 tablespoon in 1 gallon of tap water and water the plants abundantly every 2  to 4 weeks. In case of severely damaged plants, apply the fertilizer every 2 weeks until green and  quality new growth is developped! Could be applied all year round to potted plants. Use with caution to avoid rust spots on any surrounding surfaces! Please note, that this fertilizer will affect mostly the new growth, not the old leaves that are already damaged. Do not overdose!

Storage: In a tightly closed package, in a dry and dark place. Durability: 2 years.

Net: 7 oz (200 gr)

Musa Velutina

This is not a palm. Bananas are a monocotyledonous family of plants (Musaceae), that are closer to the grasses and have nothing to do with palms. From a botanical point of view, these are giant grasses. They develop a strong underground root mass called rhizome.

More information about bananas is available on our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewforum.php?f=41

Nerium oleander 'Rubis', Oleander double dark red

Much more information about the Oleanders is available in Bulgarian in our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewforum.php?f=82

Nerium oleander 'Atlas Nain De Tidili', Oleander light pink

Much more information about the Oleanders is available in Bulgarian in our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewforum.php?f=82

Juniperus horizontalis, Creeping juniper, Creeping cedar

Nerium oleander 'Album Plenum',

Double white, scented Oleander

This variety is not cold resistant.

Much more information about the Oleanders is available in Bulgarian in our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewforum.php?f=82

Ficus carica Rosce Signora, Fig Rosce Signora

Rosa banksiae 'Rosea', Pink Lady Banks Rose

from Botanical garden - Plovdiv, Bulgaria

This interesting climbing rose blooms profusely in early summer and most important - remains evergreen in most winters. During flowering, the plants are literally covered with flowers that are scented.

Did you know that Lady Banks rose has no thorns? It needs minimal maintenance and pruning and is a great addition to any garden. It is suitable for planting in southern Bulgaria and the Black Sea coast.

More information about this species can be found in Bulgarian in our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewtopic.php?f=65&t=1170

Trachycarpus 'Bulgaria', The Legendary Trachycarpus "Bulgaria"

Small seedlings of Trachycarpus "Bulgaria". These are the legendary cold hardiest Trachycarpus palms.

They establish in the ground very easy, especially during the warm months. They love watering, of course. Palms of this size can be planted directly into the ground. During their first winters, they would benefit from covering with some soil and snow, if there is any.

More information is available on our forum: http://forum.palmi.bg/viewforum.php?f=31

We ship these palms to Europe. The plants are sent with the pot and with the soil, not bare root anymore. We use only registered mail (with a tracking number). Payment is via PayPal.

Hybrid Lavender, Lavandula x intermedia 'Grosso'

This French hybrid Lavender is fully cold hardy in Bulgaria. It is grown for its dark purple flowers, silvery-green leaves and faster growth. This plant is excellent pasture for bees.

Lavender needs well drained soils. Heavy clay soils that have poor air mode and a large moisture retention ability are not suitable for growing lavender.

Rosemary tolerates temperatures down to around -15 degrees Celsius without serious problems, and even a lot lower - when buried under the snow. An important factor for good cold tolerance is the well drained soil which does not hold excess water. Heavy clay soils, especially in cold regions are not suitable for growing rosemary.

Mangifera indica cv. Sensation, Mango variety Sensation

from Botanical garden - Plovdiv, Bulgaria

Sensation has a little smaller fruits, but with unique taste and fragrance. In fact, it is widely acknowledged that the taste of Mango, ripened on the tree is incomparable with mediocre taste of the fruits in stores, that are harvested completely unripened.

We are selling well developed grafted plants produced in Italy. All of them already bloom and bear fruits.

Much more information on the cultivation of Mango is available in Bulgarian in our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=196

Howea forsteriana, Howea, Kentia palm

Kentia palms are among the most beautiful palms that are grown in the Mediterranean. They have gentle and graceful leaves and for many people they remind of the coconut palm trees in the tropics.

Kentia palms do not like strong direct sunlight in Bulgarian conditions. They can be moved outside only when the temperatures are above zero, and at least partial shade must be provided.

For home use Kentia is the perfect plant. It grows slowly, tolerates the weaker Indoor light and can live for many years without causing problems.

Fatsia japonica 'Moseri', Japanese Aralia

This magnificent evergreen plant is not new for Bulgaria. It grows in southern Bulgaria and around the Black Sea coast, as long as temperatures rarely fall below -15 degrees Celsius. It also grows in some places in colder areas such as Ichtiman or Sofia, where there area few large and fruit-bearing plants. Fatsia must be planted in the shade, otherwise leaves get burned by the summer sun and will turn black.

The 'Moseri' variety has a more dense crown, more compact growth and better cold resistance. These subtropical plants bloom in early winter, and their fruits ripen in May. The berries are small and inedible and have only decorative value.

Fatsia is also known under the name Aralia. It has been grown in many homes and is now scientifically proven that its large leaves purify the air by some poisonous gases like formaldehyde, for example.

For more information please see the topic in our forum (in Bulgarian):

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewtopic.php?f=66&t=77

Cupressus arizonica fastigiata, Grafted Arizona cypress, f. Fastigiata

Elaeagnus x ebbingei Limelight, Variegated Ebbinge's silverberry

Sorbus aucuparia, European Rowan, European Mountain Ash

from Botanical Garden - Plovdiv, Bulgaria

Rowan is interesting tree that is popular with its medical, food and ornamental value. Its wood is hard but flexible and is used in woodcarving. This uncompromising and easy to grow tree often grows in places where other trees are struggling.

Thuja orientalis Aurea Nana, Dwarf Golden Oriental Arborvitae

Perfect plants for hedges or solitaire planting. They have been grown in a pot, so establishment in the ground is easy, as long as there are regular watering.

For orders of more than 100 plants, please call us, we will offer 10% discount.

Photinia x fraseri Red Robin variegata

from Botanical garden - Plovdiv, Bulgaria

Photinia is a popular evergreen shrub or small tree that is used in landscaping in areas with temperate and subtropical climate. The plants are valued for their beautiful red color on the new leaves.

Photinia looks good for single planting and hedges or for planting in groups. It is hardy enough for most places in Bulgaria and deserves greater distribution in the country.

More information about Photinia and its cultivation can be found in Bulgarian in our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=146

Light rope, For winter heating of palm trees

Please note, this is just a piece of light rope, that comes to you just cut and with no connection to electricity. If you want a ready-made light rope, you should order connection separately. If you want a longer cable, you should order the cable separately. If you want a thermostat, you should order it separately. We will connect everything and send the finished system. You just have to install on the palm tree and connect it to the electricity.. If you are unsure how to protect winter palm trees, please visit: http://www.polarpalm.net/bg/winterpalms.html

Price is for a piece of 100 meters. The light rope can be cut on a pieces with a minimum length of 2 meters. A full roll is 100 meters.

If you want to order a thermostat and a light rope and need them connected by us, please order connection here: http://palmi.bg/product.php?ProductID=447

If you would like to order a thermostat: http://palmi.bg/product.php?ProductID=445

Nandina domestica, Heavenly bamboo, Sacred bamboo from Botanical garden - Plovdiv, Bulgaria

Nandina is evergreen and cold-resistant shrub with beautiful red berries and interesting color of leaves. Its bloom in summer is nondescript, but subsequently formed fruits, give gentle beauty of the plants until late autumn.

In our botanical garden, Nandina plants overwintered without a problem in several freezing winters since 2001 at temperatures below -20 degrees Celsius.

Cedrus atlantica glauca, Grafted Atlas Cedar

These are specially grafted plants, that have intense silver color.

Lagerstroemia indica 'Hopi', Crape Myrtle

Crape myrtle is gentle little tree with very beautiful flowers. It is very cold hardy. It grows on the equator, but it also grows perfect in areas with cold winters like Bulgaria. This tree could reach 7-8 m height, but it is usually trimmed to maintain a shrub or a small tree, up to 3-4 m.

More information is available in Bulgarian on our forum:
http://forum.palmi.bg/viewforum.php?f=83

Asparagus densiflorus 'Myers', Foxtail Fern 'Myers'

Livistona chinensis, Chinese fan palm, small plant

Acer palmatum 'BloodGood', Japanese Maple 'Atropurpureum'

A variety with sparkling red leaves the whole year. The plants are grafted.

Phoenix canariensis, 10 fresh seeds of Canary Island Date Palm

from Botanical Garden - Plovdiv nursery

The Canary Island Date Palm comes from deserted areas on the Canary islands. Despite it's powerful root system, it does not tolerate drought, when grown in pot. This is easily visible, when the leaf tips start to turn yellow and dry. In winter it should be kept cool, down to 0 degrees Celsius. It needs much sun to be able to develop it's full glory. If the surrounding air is very dry, this palm will still thrive, as long as it is watered regularly. 

The seeds need to be placed in a well drained substrate, where they will germinate in a month time.

More information is available on our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewforum.php?f=33

Important notice! Most citrus plants on the market are produced for planting in orchards in the Mediterranean countries. They have a large overall height, have high graft and are difficult to shape and support at home. Rootstocks on which they are grafted are very fast growing, which is fine for the open ground in the subtropics, but is not desirable when growing in pot in the temperate climate.

All our small citrus plants are produced specifically for the Bulgarian market and are ideally suited for home cultivation. The rootstocks cause compact growth, grafts are low and this allows making an excellent shape of the crown, to be suitable for growing in pots. The used rootstocks are trifoliate orange (Poncirus trifoliata 'Flying Dragon') and Volkamer lemon, Citrus volkameriana. Trifoliate orange is frost-hardy to -25°C, and significantly increases the cold resistance of plants grafted on it.

Citrus sinensis 'Sanguinello', Blood Orange from Botanical Garden - Plovdiv, Bulgaria

The Red Orange, or Blood orange, first appeared on the island of Sicily. It was believed that the red color of meat and unique taste are due to the unique climate in Sicily and the volcanic soils. The fruits ripen from February to April.
Today mainly several varieties are growing, and are already found in other parts of Italy as well as Greece and Spain .

As with all other Citrus plants, the orange is susceptible to scales and spider mites and needs to be sprayed twice a year.

In winter it will need a cool place with temperatures 0-10 degrees Celsius. If the temperature is higher, the leaves usually fall off. In summer it needs to be outside and abundantly watered.

Much more information about all citrus species is available on our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewforum.php?f=4

Campsis grandiflora, Chinese Trumpet Creeper, Trumpet Vine

Important notice! Most citrus plants on the market are produced for planting in orchards in the Mediterranean countries. They have a large overall height, have high graft and are difficult to shape and support at home. Rootstocks on which they are grafted are very fast growing, which is fine for the open ground in the subtropics, but is not desirable when growing in pot in the temperate climate.

All our small citrus plants are produced specifically for the Bulgarian market and are ideally suited for home cultivation. The rootstocks cause compact growth, grafts are low and this allows making an excellent shape of the crown, to be suitable for growing in pots. The used rootstocks are trifoliate orange (Poncirus trifoliata 'Flying Dragon') and Volkamer lemon, Citrus volkameriana. Trifoliate orange is frost-hardy to -25°C, and significantly increases the cold resistance of plants grafted on it.

Citrus sinensis Cara Cara, Orange

from Botanical Garden - Plovdiv, Bulgaria

As with all other Citrus plants, the orange is susceptible to scales and spider mites and needs to be sprayed twice a year.

In winter it will need a cool place with temperatures 0-10 degrees Celsius. If the temperature is higher, the leaves usually fall off. In summer it needs to be outside and abundantly watered.

Much more information about all citrus species is available on our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewforum.php?f=4

Rosa banksiae 'Lutea', Yellow Lady Banks Rose

from Botanical garden - Plovdiv, Bulgaria

This interesting climbing rose blooms profusely in early summer and most important - remains evergreen in most winters. During flowering, the plants are literally covered with flowers that are scented.

Did you know that Lady Banks rose has no thorns? It needs minimal maintenance and pruning and is a great addition to any garden. It is suitable for planting in southern Bulgaria and the Black Sea coast.

More information about this species can be found in Bulgarian in our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewtopic.php?f=65&t=1170

Citrus myrtifolia, Chinoto

This is an interesting citrus of high ornamental value. It bears fruits that resemble mandarins. On the background of the tiny leaves, they stand out and the plant looks like covered by fruits. Regardless of their acidic taste, the fruits are used in many ways, especially in southern Italy, where they are used as a spice in a variety of local drinks, for example Campari.

Important notice! Most citrus plants on the market are produced for planting in orchards in the Mediterranean countries. They have a large overall height, have high graft and are difficult to shape and support at home. Rootstocks on which they are grafted are very fast growing, which is fine for the open ground in the subtropics, but is not desirable when growing in pot in the temperate climate.

All our small citrus plants are produced specifically for the Bulgarian market and are ideally suited for home cultivation. The rootstocks cause compact growth, grafts are low and this allows making an excellent shape of the crown, to be suitable for growing in pots. The used rootstocks are trifoliate orange (Poncirus trifoliata 'Flying Dragon') and Volkamer lemon, Citrus volkameriana. Trifoliate orange is frost-hardy to -25°C, and significantly increases the cold resistance of plants grafted on it.

Citrus sinensis Taroco Scirè V.C.R, Blood Orange

from Botanical Garden - Plovdiv, Bulgaria

The Red Orange, or Blood orange, first appeared on the island of Sicily. It was believed that the red color of meat and unique taste are due to the unique climate in Sicily and the volcanic soils. The fruits ripen from February to April.
Today mainly several varieties are growing, and are already found in other parts of Italy as well as Greece and Spain .

As with all other Citrus plants, the orange is susceptible to scales and spider mites and needs to be sprayed twice a year.

In winter it will need a cool place with temperatures 0-10 degrees Celsius. If the temperature is higher, the leaves usually fall off. In summer it needs to be outside and abundantly watered.

Much more information about all citrus species is available on our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewforum.php?f=4

Quercus ilex, Holm oak

Holm oak is extremely widespread in the Mediterranean. It will safely tolerate temperatures down to at least -25 degrees. At such temperatures damage of the leaves will begin. This lovely evergreen tree is suitable for park and street landscaping in most of Bulgaria.

We have old trees here and there around the country, planted during the socialism, mainly in various experimental stations, botanical gardens or parks. Although these trees grow beautifully in our climate and bear fruits, any serious efforts to promote them were never taken.
In our nursery, located on the open field between Plovdiv and Asenovgrad, where minimum temperatures often compete with those in the coldest places in Bulgaria, the Holm oak thrives and grows quite fast. The small plants that we planted a few years ago in our botanical garden, are already a trees, quite reminiscent of olives.

The name of the holm oak comes from his extremely hard wood (here's another reason to grow it - because of the widespread use of wood). Needless to say, how valuable is such hardwood. The Holm oak is completely drought resistant and can safely be planted for reforestation of dry slopes and hills.

Betula purpurea, Grafted Red Birch, Paper Birch from Botanical Garden - Plovdiv

Nerium oleander variegata, Oleander double pink, variegated

.

Much more information about the Oleanders is available in Bulgarian in our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewforum.php?f=82

Plumeria rubra cv. Divine, Frangipani

We present Plumeria rubra cv. Divine. The plants are well developed and have 2 or 3 branches. All of them are ready to bloom. The flowers of this variety have rich scent. Blooming starts early in the season. The growth is dwarf and compact.

The number of the plants is limited, so place your order before they run out !

More information about plumeria is available in our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewforum.php?f=67
 

Our collection of Plumeria consists of over 70 different varieties. During the next 2-3 years we will offer each of them at the lowest price in Europe.

All plants offered are vegetatively propagated , 100% identical to the maternal plants. So we have a limited amount of material. Plumerias are propagated also by seeds, but usualy the colors and shape of the flowers of the resulting plants never resemble the parent, and most often have worthless flowers.

Vegetatively produced plants are very expensive worldwide. Therefore, we have gathered a large collection of varieties from which to multiply and to offer the plants at an affordable price.

Plumerias are succulents. This means that they are very easy to grow in pots and require minimal care to grow and bloom. They only need a very warm and bright place and sunshine as much as possible. Then, a little water and fertilizer from time to time is all they need. As long as you follow these simple rules:

1. Never over-water them. Never let water to collect in the padding underneath the pots. Even in the summer, nothing will happen to them if they do gete water a few days. In winter, watering every 2-3 weeks or more.

2 . In winter, keep them in a temperature no lower than 12 degrees Celsius. If you keep them on a south window and it's warm enough, you can water them properly and they will not fall into winter rest, but instead will grow and bloom in the winter and fill the room with fragrance. If the room is cool, keep them dry, the leaves will fall off and they will go dormant for the winter.

3 . During the summer, keep them outdoors in the sunniest spot. This will ensure flowering throughout the summer .

Citrus from the list to add to the order

If there is a Citrus variety from our list, that is not added to the online store yet, you can simply add this item instead. We will call you and discuss what you need.

The list of our Citrus varieties is here:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=924#p67237

Important notice! Most citrus plants on the market are produced for planting in orchards in the Mediterranean countries. They have a large overall height, have high graft and are difficult to shape and support at home. Rootstocks on which they are grafted are very fast growing, which is fine for the open ground in the subtropics, but is not desirable when growing in pot in the temperate climate.

All our small citrus plants are produced specifically for the Bulgarian market and are ideally suited for home cultivation. The rootstocks cause compact growth, grafts are low and this allows making an excellent shape of the crown, to be suitable for growing in pots. The used rootstocks are trifoliate orange (Poncirus trifoliata 'Flying Dragon') and Volkamer lemon, Citrus volkameriana. Trifoliate orange is frost-hardy to -25°C, and significantly increases the cold resistance of plants grafted on it.

Citrus medica 'Piretto'

Citron Piretto from Botanical Garden - Plovdiv, Bulgaria

Much more information about all citrus species is available on our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewforum.php?f=4

Important notice! Most citrus plants on the market are produced for planting in orchards in the Mediterranean countries. They have a large overall height, have high graft and are difficult to shape and support at home. Rootstocks on which they are grafted are very fast growing, which is fine for the open ground in the subtropics, but is not desirable when growing in pot in the temperate climate.

All our small citrus plants are produced specifically for the Bulgarian market and are ideally suited for home cultivation. The rootstocks cause compact growth, grafts are low and this allows making an excellent shape of the crown, to be suitable for growing in pots. The used rootstocks are trifoliate orange (Poncirus trifoliata 'Flying Dragon') and Volkamer lemon, Citrus volkameriana. Trifoliate orange is frost-hardy to -25°C, and significantly increases the cold resistance of plants grafted on it.

Citrus x Cami

Hybrid Mandarin Cami from Botanical Garden - Plovdiv, Bulgaria

Characteristic of the fruits of this variety are:

•      - strong flavor
•      - juicy and with high sugar content
•      - very thin peel
•      - low acidity
•      - 7 to 12 segments
•      - ripen in January and February

As with all other Citrus plants, the orange is susceptible to scales and spider mites and needs to be sprayed twice a year.

In winter it will need a cool place with temperatures 0-10 degrees Celsius. If the temperature is higher, the leaves usually fall off. In summer it needs to be outside and abundantly watered.

Much more information about all citrus species is available in Bulgarian on our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewforum.php?f=4

Important notice! Most citrus plants on the market are produced for planting in orchards in the Mediterranean countries. They have a large overall height, have high graft and are difficult to shape and support at home. Rootstocks on which they are grafted are very fast growing, which is fine for the open ground in the subtropics, but is not desirable when growing in pot in the temperate climate.

All our small citrus plants are produced specifically for the Bulgarian market and are ideally suited for home cultivation. The rootstocks cause compact growth, grafts are low and this allows making an excellent shape of the crown, to be suitable for growing in pots. The used rootstocks are trifoliate orange (Poncirus trifoliata 'Flying Dragon') and Volkamer lemon, Citrus volkameriana. Trifoliate orange is frost-hardy to -25°C, and significantly increases the cold resistance of plants grafted on it.

Citrus x Tangelo Minneola from Botanical Garden - Plovdiv, Bulgaria

Tangelo varieties are hybrids between Tangerine (Citrus reticulata) and Pomelo or Grapefruit. Fruits are deep orange. The flesh is firm, juicy and flavorful, with a very pleasant and specific taste.

Characteristic of the fruit of Tangelo Minneola are:

•      - strong flavor
•      - juicy and with high sugar content
•      - moderate acidity
•      - thin peel
•      - 12 to 16 segments
•      - ripen in January-February
•      - seedless or with a few seeds

For a good crop, Tangelo Minneola needs cross-pollination with other citrus species or variety.

As with all other Citrus plants, the orange is susceptible to scales and spider mites and needs to be sprayed twice a year.

In winter it will need a cool place with temperatures 0-10 degrees Celsius. If the temperature is higher, the leaves usually fall off. In summer it needs to be outside and abundantly watered.

Much more information about all citrus species is available on our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewforum.php?f=4

This is probably the most beautiful flowering tree!

No wonder, why in Japan they write poetry about these trees. Their flowers are so gentle and beautiful, that whoever seen them live, will never forget.

Citrus limon red, Lemon red

This is still a very rare Citrus variety all around the world. In many countries, this new hybridit still has not been seen live. The plants are well developed and come to you loaded with flowers or fruits, according to the season.

The taste of the red lemons is less acidic if compared with that of the yellow lemons. The fruits are used in the same way, but are especially valuable in their appearance.

This variety is grown as all other citrus plants. It is best to overwinter the plants in a cool place, below +10 deg C.

Callistemon viminalis 'Little John', Dwarf Bottle brush

Callistemon 'Rosea', Pink Bottle brush

Callistemon rigidus, Bottle brush

Magnolia soulangeana Purpurea

Sabal minor 'Mc Curtain', Dwarf Palmetto 10 seeds packet

More information is available in Bulgarian on our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewtopic.php?f=37&t=315

Buxus sempervirens, Boxwood, European Box, Common Box

from Botanical Garden - Plovdiv, Bulgaria

This our smallest size of Boxwood.

Trachycarpus 'Bulgaria', 30 fresh seeds packet

The seeds were collected from genuine exemplars of Trachycarpus 'Bulgaria' located in Assenovgrad, near Plovdiv. They have never seen any protection during the winters. The owner Kiril Donov planted the palms back in 1999 from seeds, collected from the famous genuine exemplars, growing in front of the police station in the Sunny beach resort, near the Black Sea coast.

Originally, these parent palms have male parent from Sochi, Russia and the female parent was from the museum palms in Plovdiv. The male parent from Sochi was Trachycarpus excelsa, as described in the Russian scientific literature. Today Trachycarpus excelsa is clasified inside the species Trachycarpus fortunei.

The palms in Bulgaria experience extremely freezing weather almost each winter. Still, they seed freely around the mother plant's bases. When the small seedlings survive, they develop the cold hardiness in the future generations.

Please note, that these seeds are only available from Christmas until the end of March each year! The usual germination is between 80-95 %.

More information about the climate in Bulgaria is available here:
http://forum.palmi.bg/viewforum.php?f=7

More information about the Polar palms - Trachycarpus 'Bulgaria' is available here:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=367

Ficus carica Magnifica Dry, Fig variety

from Botanical Garden - Plovdiv, Bulgaria

The variety originates from Turkey.

Magnifica Dry. Why that name?
The fruits of this fig are medium to large. They remain green after ripening, so are not attractive to the birds. Inside are red, sweet, but ... drier than other figs. This is a variety that is delicious, but because of the drier meat does not ferment quickly and after ripening is ready for drying. The skin of the fruits is thin, so they quickly turn into perfectly dried figs of excellent quality.

This variety bears two crops, in June (breba) and in August-September (main crop).

More information is available in Bulgarian on our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewtopic.php?f=91&t=1181

Yucca elephantipes, Elephant Yucca

from Botanical garden - Plovdiv, Bulgaria

More information about all Yucca species is available in Bulgarian in our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewforum.php?f=85

Brahea edulis, Guadalupe Palm

from Botanical garden - Plovdiv, Bulgaria

This palm species have a reputation to be cold hardy. It has already proved it by successfuly overwintering for many years around Plovdiv, Bulgaria (zone 7a) with Christmas lights.

As a palm of semi-desert origin, it needs plenty of sun. When watered and fertilized regularily, it will show a very good growth. But still, this is a very slow growing palm, pretty much like the Jubaea.

More information about this palm is available on our forum:
http://forum.palmi.bg/viewtopic.php?f=39&t=319

Cotinus coggygria 'Royal Purple', Smoke tree 'Royal Purple'

from Botanical garden - Plovdiv, Bulgaria

Chamaerops humilis, 10 seeds pack,

Mediterranean Fan Palm

These palms have a reputation to be quite cold hardy. In fact, they grow near Assenovgrad, Bulgaria (zone 7b) since 2008 with no protection at all. These are interesting shruby palms for our area. Even after a really bad freeze, they will always regrow from the ground and recover in a couple of months.

As a desert palm, 'Etna' needs plenty of sun. When watered and fertilized regularily, they will show an excellent growth.

More information is available on our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewtopic.php?f=34

Pyracantha nana Variegata, Variegated Firethorn

Rhapis excelsa, Lady Palm

from Botanical Garden - Plovdiv, Bulgaria

Cylindropuntia imbricata, Walking Stick Cholla, Tree Cactus

from Botanical garden - Plovdiv, Bulgaria

Important notice! Most citrus plants on the market are produced for planting in orchards in the Mediterranean countries. They have a large overall height, have high graft and are difficult to shape and support at home. Rootstocks on which they are grafted are very fast growing, which is fine for the open ground in the subtropics, but is not desirable when growing in pot in the temperate climate.

All our small citrus plants are produced specifically for the Bulgarian market and are ideally suited for home cultivation. The rootstocks cause compact growth, grafts are low and this allows making an excellent shape of the crown, to be suitable for growing in pots. The used rootstocks are trifoliate orange (Poncirus trifoliata 'Flying Dragon') and Volkamer lemon, Citrus volkameriana. Trifoliate orange is frost-hardy to -25°C, and significantly increases the cold resistance of plants grafted on it.

Citrofortunella mitis variegata, Calamondin variegated,

the perfect ornamental citrus from Botanical Garden - Plovdiv, Bulgaria

If you want a mandarin plant, which blooms all year round and freshens the air with a pleasant fragrance, to set fruits throughout the year, and is laden with ripe fruit throughout the year, the Calamondin should be your choice. This is probably the best ornamental citrus. Fruits are sour but as they stay on the tree all year round, usually they are left for decoration.

As with all other Citrus plants, the Calamondin is susceptible to scales and spider mites and needs to be sprayed twice a year.

In winter it will need a cool place with temperatures 0-10 degrees Celsius. If the temperature is higher, the leaves usually fall off. In summer it needs to be outside and abundantly watered.

Much more information about all citrus species is available on our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewforum.php?f=4

Light rope connection, Connecting the light rope to the cable

Cable 2 x 1mm

Cable connection, Costs for connecting the light rope

Cycas revoluta, King Sago from Botanical garden - Plovdiv, Bulgaria

The Cycads are not a true palms, they are ancient gymnospermous plants, contemporary of the dinosaurus.

A huge fallacy about the King Sago is that they are difficult and demanding plants. This fallacy is supported by the wrong growing advices, that people receive at the flower shops.

The King Sago is a very easy to grow plant. What they need is regular watering and fertilizing. During the summer they need to be moved outside to a very bright light and should get at least 2-3 hours direct sun. During the winter they should be stored in a cool place with plenty of light.

The main problems with Cycads in pot are due to low light or too little water.

More information is available on our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=97

Abelia grandiflora, Glossy Abelia, white

Wisteria sinensis, Chinese Wisteria

Ficus carica Dalmatie, Fig variety Dalmatie from Botanical Garden - Plovdiv, Bulgaria

This is one of the varieties with largest fruits and excellent taste.

Ficus carica Sultane de Marabout, Fig variety Sultane de Marabout

from Botanical Garden - Plovdiv, Bulgaria

This is a popular variety, especially in southern Gtreece, where it is known under the name Mission. It requires pollination to set crop as it is a Smyrna type.

In Bulgaria this variety sets one crop and it is suitable for all areas south of the Balkan mountain and along the Black Sea coast, where the pollination wasp Blastofaga is present.

These palms have a reputation to be quite cold hardy. In fact, they grow near Assenovgrad, Bulgaria (zone 7b) since 2005 with no protection at all. These are interesting shruby palms for our area. Even after a really bad freeze, they will always regrow from the ground and recover in a couple of months.

As a desert palm, Cerifera needs plenty of sun. When watered and fertilized regularily, they will show an excellent growth.

More information is available on our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewtopic.php?f=34

Hemerocallis fulva, Daylily

from Botanical Garden - Plovdiv, Bulgaria

Daylilies can easily take winter temperatures as low as -40°C and will grow anywhere in Bulgaria. They are also a good pot plants.

The flowers are very large and beautiful. A Daylily in bloom is easy to become a center point in any garden. For better flowering cut the dead flowers!

More information is available in Bulgarian on our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewforum.php?f=87

Hemerocallis 'Wineberry Candy', Daylily

from Botanical Garden - Plovdiv, Bulgaria

Daylilies can easily take winter temperatures as low as -40°C and will grow anywhere in Bulgaria. They are also a good pot plants.

The flowers are very large and beautiful. A Daylily in bloom is easy to become a center point in any garden. For better flowering cut the dead flowers!

More information is available in Bulgarian on our forum:

http://forum.palmi.bg/viewforum.php?f=87