Tropical Plants in Rock Falls, IL Garden Center

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Explore Our Collection of Stunning Tropical Plants

Vibrant Plants for Every Space

At Selmi’s Greenhouse & Garden Center, we offer a wide selection of tropical plants in a range of sizes, colors, and varieties — from bold hibiscus and mandevilla to lush ferns, philodendrons, and more. These tropicals bring vibrant, exotic beauty to your space year after year when properly cared for indoors.

Our Best Selling Tropical Plants

Explore a selection of our top-selling tropical plants below. If you're searching for a specific type of house plant, feel free to contact us to inquire about availability.

Sansevieria

Mature Height: 2–4 feet
Mature Width: 1–2 feet
Sunlight: Bright indirect light
Watering: Every 2–6 weeks
Toxic to Pets: Yes

Monstera Philodendron

Mature Height: 6–10 feet
Mature Width: 3–8 feet
Sunlight: Bright indirect light
Watering: 1x per week
Toxic to Pets: Yes

Mandevilla Bush

Mature Height: 3–4 feet
Mature Width: 2–3 feet
Sunlight: Full sun
Watering: 1x per week
Toxic to Pets: Yes

Mandevilla Trellis

Mature Height: 6–10 feet
Mature Width: 3–5 feet
Sunlight: Full sun
Watering: 1x per week
Toxic to Pets: Yes

Lantana Assortment

Mature Height: 3-6 feet
Mature Width: 3–5 feet
Sunlight: Full sun
Watering: 1x per week
Toxic to Pets: Yes

Maui Yellow Ixora Shrub

Mature Height: 2-3 feet
Mature Width: 2-3 feet
Sunlight: Full Sun
Watering: Consistent
Toxic to Pets: No

Hibiscus Bush

Mature Height: 3-5 feet
Mature Width: 2-3 feet
Sunlight: Full Sun
Watering: 2x Week
Toxic to Pets: No

Hibiscus Standard Tree

Mature Height: 3-6 feet
Mature Width: 2-3 feet
Sunlight: Full Sun
Watering: Moderate
Toxic to Pets: No

Hibiscus Assorted Braid Tree

Mature Height: 4-8 feet
Mature Width: 2-4 feet
Sunlight: Full Sun
Watering: Moderate
Toxic to Pets: No

Miami Supreme Gardenia

Mature Height: 6–10 feet
Mature Width: 4–8 feet
Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
Watering: 1x per week
Toxic to Pets: Yes

Little Fiddle Fig

Mature Height: 2–3 feet
Mature Width: 1–2 feet
Sunlight: Bright indirect light
Watering: Every 7–10 days
Toxic to Pets: Yes

Kimberly Queen Fern

Mature Height: 2–3 feet
Mature Width: 2–4 feet
Sunlight: Bright indirect light
Watering: 1–2x per week
Toxic to Pets: No

Foxtail Fern

Mature Height: 2–3 feet
Mature Width: 2–4 feet
Sunlight: Bright indirect light to partial shade
Watering: 1x per week
Toxic to Pets: Yes

Dipladenia

Mature Height: 5–9 feet
Mature Width: Up to 5 feet
Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
Watering: 1x per week
Toxic to Pets: Yes

White Bird of Paradise

Mature Height: 6–10 feet
Mature Width: 6–10 feet
Sunlight: Bright indirect sun
Watering: 1x per week
Toxic to Pets: Yes

Frequently Asked Questions About Our Indoor Plants

Whether you’re new to tropical plants or an experienced plant lover, we’ve gathered answers to some of the most common tropical plant questions. If you have a question about any of the tropical plants we carry at our garden center, feel free to contact us — we’re happy to help you learn more.

A Hibiscus Braided Tree has multiple young stems woven together to create a decorative braided trunk, giving it a unique, ornamental appearance, while a Hibiscus Standard Tree features a single straight trunk topped with a rounded canopy. Both produce the same vibrant tropical blooms, but the braided version offers extra visual interest as a statement plant.
Yes — Monstera (Monstera deliciosa), also known as the Swiss Cheese Plant, is a tropical plant we proudly carry, sometimes referred to as a Monstera Philodendron. Since we are located in Zone 5, these plants should be kept indoors in a warm, bright environment year-round, as they cannot survive cold outdoor temperatures.
Most tropical plants can’t tolerate temperatures below 50–55°F (10–13°C) and may suffer damage or die if exposed to frost or freezing conditions. In Zone 5, they should be kept indoors or in a heated space during fall, winter, and early spring to stay healthy.
Tropical plants like Sansevieria (Snake Plant), Philodendron, and Monstera need less frequent watering, as they can tolerate periods of dryness and prefer their soil to dry out between waterings. Always check the top few inches of soil — if it’s dry, it’s time to water; if still moist, wait a few more days.