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Palms

Picking, placing, and caring for the palms that give a yard its tropical bones.

Palms

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“A resort feel is not one perfect palm — it is layers, lighting, and a little lushness.”

Palms

Palms that create a resort-like backyard

Transform your landscape with tropical design elements.

8 min read · Apr 19, 2026

“Palms are friendly neighbors to a foundation — the real clearance is overhead, not underground.”

Palms

How close can you plant a palm to your house?

Spacing recommendations for healthy growth and safety.

7 min read · Mar 15, 2026

“You do not need a big yard for a palm — you need the right small palm.”

Palms

Palm trees for small spaces

Compact palms that fit patios, courtyards, and narrow landscapes.

8 min read · Feb 24, 2026

“Most palm problems are nutrition in disguise — and most are preventable.”

Palms

Common palm problems and solutions

Identify and address the most common palm issues.

8 min read · Jan 27, 2026

“Even in palm country, the occasional cold snap rewards a palm that can take it.”

Palms

Cold-hardy palms for Florida

Palm varieties that tolerate occasional cold weather.

8 min read · Dec 18, 2025

“Feed the palm, not the trunk — the right formula, spread under the canopy, a few times a year.”

Palms

How to fertilize palms correctly

Proper nutrition for healthy growth and good color.

8 min read · Nov 9, 2025

“Palms are not high-maintenance — they are specific. Meet a few real needs and they mostly take care of themselves.”

Palms

Are palm trees high maintenance?

Understand the real care requirements before you plant.

7 min read · Oct 22, 2025

“Our native palms were built for this place — tough, beautiful, and quietly full of life.”

Palms

Native palms for Florida landscapes

Explore Florida-native palm species for sustainable landscapes.

8 min read · Oct 3, 2025

“A few well-chosen palms can carry an entire South Florida landscape.”

Palms

The best palms for South Florida landscapes

Top-performing palm species for local conditions.

8 min read · Sep 12, 2025

“The best palm is the one that fits the spot — at full size, not at purchase.”

Palms

Choosing the right palm for your yard

A practical guide to selecting palms based on size, light, and location.

8 min read · Aug 7, 2025
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