“Palms grow roots in warm soil. Late summer is when the soil is warmest.”
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Why late summer is the best time to plant a palm
Warm soil and afternoon rain make late summer the best window of the year to get a palm in the ground.
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Picking, placing, and caring for the palms that give a yard its tropical bones.
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11 posts“A resort feel is not one perfect palm — it is layers, lighting, and a little lushness.”
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Palms that create a resort-like backyard
Transform your landscape with tropical design elements.
“Palms are friendly neighbors to a foundation — the real clearance is overhead, not underground.”
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How close can you plant a palm to your house?
Spacing recommendations for healthy growth and safety.
“You do not need a big yard for a palm — you need the right small palm.”
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Palm trees for small spaces
Compact palms that fit patios, courtyards, and narrow landscapes.
“Most palm problems are nutrition in disguise — and most are preventable.”
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Common palm problems and solutions
Identify and address the most common palm issues.
“Even in palm country, the occasional cold snap rewards a palm that can take it.”
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Cold-hardy palms for Florida
Palm varieties that tolerate occasional cold weather.
“Feed the palm, not the trunk — the right formula, spread under the canopy, a few times a year.”
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How to fertilize palms correctly
Proper nutrition for healthy growth and good color.
“Palms are not high-maintenance — they are specific. Meet a few real needs and they mostly take care of themselves.”
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Are palm trees high maintenance?
Understand the real care requirements before you plant.
“Our native palms were built for this place — tough, beautiful, and quietly full of life.”
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Native palms for Florida landscapes
Explore Florida-native palm species for sustainable landscapes.
“A few well-chosen palms can carry an entire South Florida landscape.”
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The best palms for South Florida landscapes
Top-performing palm species for local conditions.
“The best palm is the one that fits the spot — at full size, not at purchase.”
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Choosing the right palm for your yard
A practical guide to selecting palms based on size, light, and location.
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