Palm trees can suffer from nutritional deficiencies of important elements like potassium (K), nitrogen (N), manganese (Mn) and magnesium (Mg). Other less common deficiencies of calcium (Ca), boron (B), zinc (Zn), and copper (Cu) deficiency … Read more
Most palm trees can be only seen in tropical climates. But luckily, there are also palm trees that comfortably grow in subtropical and temperate climates. You will be probably surprised to find out that there … Read more
Palm trees are always associated with sun, white beaches, vacation, and relaxed lifestyle. In Florida, anywhere you look you will see beautiful palm trees. They are used in many landscapes including botanical gardens, shopping malls, near swimming … Read more
This is probably the easiest transplanting project out of all of them because you don’t need to dig out the palm or transport it somewhere. Also, if you moving a palm from one container to … Read more
When moving a large palm tree from one location to another, you want to minimize the root damage and eliminate as many stress factors as possible. While there are a lot of things that can … Read more
After growing in a container for a few years, palm trees should be transplant into the ground. Early spring would be the best time for transplanting due to a rapid root growth during warm months. … Read more
This map was created by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) who has recently (2012) completed an extensive updating of U.S. Hardiness Zones based upon data from 5,000 National Climatic Data … Read more
If you live in a cold climate and would like to grow palm trees in your garden, you are not alone. Many gardeners from northern areas want to have a tropical paradise in their yard. … Read more
Are you wondering how do some gardeners manage to grow beautiful palm trees in cold climates? It seems like they are the only ones that have a tropical paradise while gardeners around them are struggling. … Read more
For many years scientists have been trying to come up with an anti-freeze solution that would protect palm trees from cold without damaging them. Recently, researchers from the University of Alabama and Miami University had … Read more
With over 2,500+ species, it can be challenging to identify a palm tree. So, it is not surprising that I get a lot of emails asking for help with palm tree identification. Since different palms require different care, it is … Read more
Caring for palm trees can be a fun and rewarding if you know what you are doing. In this article I am going to reveal my secrets to successful palm tree care. I’ve learned them … Read more
The Princess Palm Tree, scientific name Dictyosperma album, is known for its ability to withstand hurricane winds. The Princess Palm Tree has a similar appearance as The King Palm. This is a very elegant graceful … Read more
The Parlor Palm Tree, scientific name Chamaedorea elegans, is native to Guatemala. It is a small slow growing palm great for small gardens. It also one of the best indoor plants. This palm is very … Read more
The Mule Palm Tree, scientific name Butiagrus nabonnandii, is a hybrid between Pindo Palm and Queen Palm. This palm is rare and expensive. It can tolerate cold, wind and drought. Very durable palm that can … Read more