Sometimes known as the paper flower, due to their thin and paper like bracts, Bougainivillea are originally native to South America, but now thrive in South East Asia and are a popular ornamental plant throughout homes and gardens in Thailand.
The Bougainivillea flower is generally white and small, with each cluster of three flowers surrounded by 3 to […]
Plumeria (or commonly known as the frangipani) is a genus native to the tropical and sub tropical Americas. They have successfully spread to all tropical locations of the world, including Thailand, where they are often considered as a native species.
They are one of the easiest tropical plants to grow; all they need to thrive is dry, well-drained […]
Just as using a good selection of plants, shrubs, trees and flowers can make your garden landscape look beautiful, adding natural rock and landscaping stone is always an excellent complement to a Thai garden landscape, really helping increase that natural feel and ambience to your Thai garden.
Thailand isn’t short of natural rock; with vast mountain […]
Wardian cases not only allowed the transportation of tropical plants to Europe, but also to other hot-weather colonial centres. The dispersal of exotic species from Central and South America to Asia to the Caribbean became so widespread and so successful that within 2 to 3 generations many species became regarded as native in their new homes.
A few common examples: […]
A factory in Thailand has asked Pornchai Garden to re-design and re-landscape the grounds to the front of it's new headquarters. As you can see from the pictures, work has already started, with the ground being cleared, flattened and marked out as per the new design (below).
The art of Thai Landscaping
Thailand is blessed with many great designs and designers, and this is no exception when it comes to landscaping. Being outdoor people, the Thai's have become very knowledgeable when it comes to the way garden landscapes fit together, and with the natural lush tropical surroundings as tools, garden landscapes in Thailand have the potential […]
A new water feature in your garden will add a great focal point and can be a perfect area to relax; design and installation is a straight-forward and inexpensive process.
There is nothing more relaxing than sitting in your own garden on a sunny weekend, listening to the relaxing sounds of flowing water. Just […]
Heliconias are originally native to the American tropics but have thrived are are very popular throughout Thailand. Common names for this brightly coloured, flowering plant include wild plantains, lobster claw, or false bird of paradise (due to its similarity with the bird of paradise flower).
Heliconias are tall tropical flowers, often red, orange yellow and sometimes pink. They are […]
Hua Hin is one of Thailand’s oldest and most successful Thai holidaying resorts, and is still very popular with foreigners and Thai’s alike. The Railway Hotel in Hua Hin (now known as Sofitel Central) first became popular during the 1920’s when Hua Hin remained one of the only holiday resorts of Thailand.
The King of […]
Exciting times, you have purchased a home in Thailand, and you want to add a swimming pool to your new garden landscape. How simple is it?
Not as simple as you may think, at least, not if you want it to be perfect.
A lot of care and attention should be given to the many different elements […]
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