Fox and Bear Tropical and Rare Plants

10/11/2024

Oooooo. Look at these goodies that just came to town. Look for these to be offered in the next few weeks after they've acclimated to Midwest greenhouse conditions lol

09/25/2024

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09/09/2024

Some goodies for you guys are coming along nicely.
Jewel orchids, Macodes petola and dossinia marmorata, are growing strong a month after deflasking. Stay tuned for availability. 😁😁

08/30/2024

**WARNING: LONG UPDATE POST**

Hey there, everybody. Ethan here.

It's been a long time.

As many of you know, our family has been beset by trials and tribulations innumerable. For more than a year now, we have been without what most of us would call "normalcy". We've been brought to the very edge of our breaking point more times than I would like to admit. But things are improving. Things are coming along. And although I'm hesitant to say it, there is a light at the end of the tunnel.

Here I'd like to name a few of the people that helped us immensely through this time, and continue to help us with both word and deed. My mom and stepdad, Beverly and Duane Mayfield, Chris and Donna Carlstrom of Rooted Rarities, Neil Craig, Connor and Chantelle Burgal, Joshua Torres, Stephanie Lawson, Brandan Buzer, Max Willner, Justin Jones, and many, many others

This plant business has been on the back burner for a long time, and rightfully so. There's been too much to do, and to be completely honest, there continues to be too much to do. While our house is mostly put back together, there are numerous things that have fallen completely into disrepair and disorder while working on the house. Understandably so. But every day we get a little closer. A little closer to that evasive state of existence we call "normalcy." Because of the mold we battled that sapped the health of us and our children, and the fire that took what we'd rebuilt from the mold, we may never look at a spilled glass of water or an inexpensive Chinese-made appliance the same way ever again. Maybe "normality on quote isn't all that is cracked up to be. But regardless, we strive. Everyday.

Fox & Bear is coming back, but in a different way than before. Until we achieve some sense of normalcy, until our house is a home again, Tasha will not be involved in the day-to-day running of Fox and Bear Tropical and Rare Plants with her new job driving a bus for the school our children attend, and making our house a safe home again, she does not have the time to deal with customer service and the growing of plants. I respect that decision. And I value her help in what she is able to do.

For the foreseeable future, when dealing with Fox and Bear, you will be dealing with me, Ethan. Tasha asks that she not be contacted about availability of plants, or anything related to plants for that matter, until she is prepared to step back into the plant community. She is, however, always welcome and open to messages from her friends, many of which she has made in the plant community. 😊

Because of limited time, I will not be doing large purges where I'm packaging 20 to 50 plants on a Sunday night to ship out the following Monday. I will instead be focusing on small scale events and local plant sales. Some of our plants are available at various boutiques around our hometown of Lebanon, Missouri.

Our stock of plants has been building over the last few months and will continue to build in the coming months. Stay tuned for availability.

From the bottom of our hearts, we thank everyone for your patience, love, and support over the last 15 months.

-Fox, Bear, and the 3 Cubs

07/18/2024

Important announcements coming soon. Watch this space, and thank you for everything.

11/14/2023

Shout out to Kidde Fire Safety for saving these sweet animals! I called to thank them and they sent us a replacement, plus an extra one for free! This is an even better version of the one we had. Run, don’t walk, and pick up a monitor or two for your home. It’s well worth the investment!

10/27/2023

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We will be taking a break from social media for the foreseeable future. If you got plants shipped out from the greenhouse sell out please message us if there were any issues. Other than that we have had yet another tragedy hit our family and need some time. We’re all okay and safe physically but need some time emotionally as we navigate what we thought couldn’t get worse. I’m adding a screenshot of a Wi-Fi monitor that literally saved our cats today because if saving someone is possible I want to try. This day and age people are almost never home and having something that can alert you literally anywhere could be life saving for so many! Please hug those babies and fur babies tonight/today. Call your loved ones and tell them you love them. Compliment a stranger. Let that person in front of you even though it’s not your fault they’re rushing. Pay it forward at McDonald’s. Whatever kind thing you can this weekend please go do it. The world is crazy right now for everyone and everyone could use a little random act of kindness. We love you all and are forever grateful for this wonderful plant community. Until next time ✌️🫶🌿
💚 🦊 & 🐻

10/26/2023

Phew! What a week! Almost 100 plants shipped this week and over 30 dropped off locally! Thank you all for your support. We still have the rest to clear out and more equipment to buy so stay tuned. We will be doing a live soon after organizing what’s left!

Join PlantStory's live selling and enjoy a $10 discount using my referral link:

FoxandBearTropicals has 3 plants in their shop on Plant Story app. Check out their listings and deals!

10/18/2023

🌿👀 🛑 GREENHOUSE SELL OUT🛑👀🌿
Shipping starts at $15 and local drop offs in surrounding areas will be organized once purge is fully posted

10/09/2023

Hats now available!!!
$27 and will ship next week! Only 6 available in this amazing olive green!!!

Thank you Bald & Bougie Co 🫶🫶🫶🫶

08/28/2023

Tomorrow is the big day! Covéll Floral Studio & Gift Boutique is finally open again! Come check out some new plants we’ve never sold before and all the old and new vendors!

06/25/2023

We’ve been busy at work but we’re going through messages now to get shipping quotes. Thank you all for your patience.

06/22/2023

Auction
🪴Anthurium Silver Blush

🎥Video in comments
📆Ends Thursday 6-22
4:15 PM HST
6:15 PM PST
8:15 PM MST
9:15 PM CST
10:15 PM EST
⏰ Last bid at 9:14:59 PM CST is the winner

💵 Full dollar bid amounts no cents 🪙

💰Starting bid $25

📦 Starting starts at $15 for priority Shipping 6/27
Invoiced separately

SHIPPING CAN BE COMBINED WITH DIFFERENT AUCTIONS
🔥 Insulation $4

Springfield pick up 6/24 (time to be announced, drop off at Hickory Lane Plants available)

💰Payment options
PayPal G&S
(PAYN4 available)
Venmo F&F
Facebook pay
Credit card

🏡 All funds go to getting our home back
🦠 Free here we come

Thank you all for your continued support! We truly appreciate all of you from the bottoms of our heart
✌️🫶🌿
🦊 & 🐻

06/22/2023

Auction
🪴Philodendron Lupinum 👀

🎥Video in comments
📆Ends Thursday 6-22
4:15 PM HST
6:15 PM PST
8:15 PM MST
9:15 PM CST
10:15 PM EST
⏰ Last bid at 9:14:59 PM CST is the winner

💵 Full dollar bid amounts no cents 🪙

💰Starting bid $15

📦 Starting starts at $15 for priority Shipping 6/27
Invoiced separately

SHIPPING CAN BE COMBINED WITH DIFFERENT AUCTIONS
🔥 Insulation $4

Springfield pick up 6/24 (time to be announced, drop off at Hickory Lane Plants available)

💰Payment options
PayPal G&S
(PAYN4 available)
Venmo F&F
Facebook pay
Credit card

🏡 All funds go to getting our home back
🦠 Free here we come

Thank you all for your continued support! We truly appreciate all of you from the bottoms of our heart
✌️🫶🌿
🦊 & 🐻

06/22/2023

Auction
🪴 Syngonium Red Spot Tricolor

🎥Video in comments
📆Ends Thursday 6-22
3:00PM HST
6:00 PM PST
7:00 PM MST
8:00 PM CST
9:00 PM EST
⏰ Last bid at 7:59:59 PM CST is the winner

💵 Full dollar bid amounts no cents 🪙

💰Starting bid $15

📦 Starting starts at $15 for priority Shipping 6/27
Invoiced separately

SHIPPING CAN BE COMBINED WITH DIFFERENT AUCTIONS
🔥 Insulation $4

Springfield pick up 6/24 (time to be announced, drop off at Hickory Lane Plants available)

💰Payment options
PayPal G&S
(PAYN4 available)
Venmo F&F
Facebook pay
Credit card

🏡 All funds go to getting our home back
🦠 Free here we come

Thank you all for your continued support! We truly appreciate all of you from the bottoms of our heart
✌️🫶🌿
🦊 & 🐻

06/22/2023

Auction
🪴 Narrow Form Golden Dragon

🎥Video in comments
📆Ends Thursday 6-22
3:15 PM HST
6:15 PM PST
7:15 PM MST
8:15 PM CST
9:15 PM EST
⏰ Last bid at 8:14:59 PM CST is the winner

💵 Full dollar bid amounts no cents 🪙

💰Starting bid $75

📦 Starting starts at $15 for priority Shipping 6/27
Invoiced separately

SHIPPING CAN BE COMBINED WITH DIFFERENT AUCTIONS
🔥 Insulation $4

Springfield pick up 6/24 (time to be announced, drop off at Hickory Lane Plants available)

💰Payment options
PayPal G&S
(PAYN4 available)
Venmo F&F
Facebook pay
Credit card

🏡 All funds go to getting our home back
🦠 Free here we come

Thank you all for your continued support! We truly appreciate all of you from the bottoms of our heart
✌️🫶🌿
🦊 & 🐻

06/22/2023

Auction
🪴 Syngonium Pink Lava

🎥Video in comments
📆Ends Thursday 6-22
3:30 PM HST
6:30 PM PST
7:30 PM MST
8:30 PM CST
9:30 PM EST
⏰ Last bid at 8:29:59 PM CST is the winner

💵 Full dollar bid amounts no cents 🪙

💰Starting bid $30

📦 Starting starts at $15 for priority Shipping 6/27
Invoiced separately

SHIPPING CAN BE COMBINED WITH DIFFERENT AUCTIONS
🔥 Insulation $4

Springfield pick up 6/24 (time to be announced, drop off at Hickory Lane Plants available)

💰Payment options
PayPal G&S
(PAYN4 available)
Venmo F&F
Facebook pay
Credit card

🏡 All funds go to getting our home back
🦠 Free here we come

Thank you all for your continued support! We truly appreciate all of you from the bottoms of our heart
✌️🫶🌿
🦊 & 🐻

06/22/2023

Auction
🪴Strawberry Shake

🎥Video in comments
📆Ends Thursday 6-22
3:55 PM HST
6:55 PM PST
7:55 PM MST
8:55 PM CST
9:55 PM EST
⏰ Last bid at 8:54:59 PM CST is the winner

💵 Full dollar bid amounts no cents 🪙

💰Starting bid $50

📦 Starting starts at $15 for priority Shipping 6/27
Invoiced separately

SHIPPING CAN BE COMBINED WITH DIFFERENT AUCTIONS
🔥 Insulation $4

Springfield pick up 6/24 (time to be announced, drop off at Hickory Lane Plants available)

💰Payment options
PayPal G&S
(PAYN4 available)
Venmo F&F
Facebook pay
Credit card

🏡 All funds go to getting our home back
🦠 Free here we come

Thank you all for your continued support! We truly appreciate all of you from the bottoms of our heart
✌️🫶🌿
🦊 & 🐻