Jungle box

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    This is my 6ft x 2ft x 2ft Jungle planter I built, so far I have a palm and banana tree in there, what other tropical plants could I stick in round the base that will stay low and even something that will creep over the edge and dangle?

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      I dont know anything about tropical plants im afraid

      But maybe a maidenhair fern would look nice drapping over the edge
       
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        :heehee:, even the GC Gang fall asleep sometimes, BB:snooze::dunno::snork:
         
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          Sorry bb no advice, watching for tips though, keep it going, you are doing a sterling job. Can't wait to see the next stage.v.
           
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              Like them, yes it's south facing so has the full sun
               
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                Full sun, so I'd go for Bergenias and Ferns, Maidenhair (as @Dips says).
                 
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