Palm Tree Care

Palm tree care is easy when you take to time to select the best species for your comfort level and environment.

With the right knowledge, palm trees are easy to grow and care for. You’ll be pleasantly surprised at how simple it is to ensure your palms grow and prosper.

Palm trees thrive outdoors in tropical and sub-tropical climates. They are a popular tree in coastal areas due to their ability to withstand the heavy winds generated by tropical storms.

Potted palm trees allow you to enjoy a touch of the tropics indoors – no matter where you live.

Here you’ll find tips for palm tree selection and growing palm trees, as well as information on indoor and outdoor palm tree care.

Palm Tree Care – Tips and Information

Indoor Palm Tree Care

Proper indoor palm tree care is easy when you take to time to select the best species for your comfort level and home environment. With the right knowledge, many palms are easy to grow and care for. You’ll be pleasantly surprised at how simple it is to ensure your potted palm trees grow and prosper.

Here you’ll find tips and information on indoor palm care. While outdoor palms grow mostly in tropical and subtropical climates, potted palm trees allow you to enjoy a touch of the tropics indoors – no matter where you live.

Outdoor Palm Care

Caring for outdoor palms is simple when you take to time to select the best species for your comfort level and landscape environment. With the right knowledge, many palms are easy to grow and care for. You’ll be pleasantly surprised at how simple it is to ensure your palm trees grow and prosper.

Palm trees thrive outdoors in tropical and sub-tropical climates. They are a popular tree in coastal areas due to their ability to withstand the heavy winds generated by tropical storms. Here you’ll find tips and information on outdoor palm care.

Growing Palm Trees

Palm trees thrive outdoors in tropical and sub-tropical climates. They are a popular tree in coastal areas due to their ability to withstand the heavy winds generated by tropical storms. Potted palm trees allow you to enjoy a touch of the tropics indoors – no matter where you live.

Here you’ll find general tips and information on growing palm trees, palm tree selection, and palm tree care.

Planting Palm Trees

Outdoor palms planted in the ground grow mostly in tropical and subtropical climates. Potted palm trees are portable; easy to move indoors for overwintering, allowing you to enjoy a touch of the tropics no matter where you live.

When purchased from a nursery, palms are either sold in pots or with their root balls rapped in burlap. Palm trees should be planted in new containers or in the landscape as soon as possible. If you have to delay planting, be sure to keep the palm’s roots evenly moist.

Here you’ll find tips and information on palm tree selection, planting palm trees, and early palm tree maintenance requirements.

Palm Tree Fertilizer

A consistent fertilization plan is essential for growing palm trees successfully; in containers as well as in the landscape.

Indoor palm trees require minimum feedings. A single dose of slow-release fertilizer granules might be sufficient. Supplement with micronutrients if necessary.

Outdoor palms planted in the ground should be fertilized during the time it experiences the fastest growth. Three to four applications during the growing season (usually summer) is ideal.

Here you’ll find tips and information on palm tree fertilizer for both indoor and outdoor palm tree species.

Palm Tree Species

Palm tree species are available in a large assortment of colors, shapes, and sizes.  They are the perfect choice for adding tropical color, texture, and style to your interior décor, as well as your outdoor landscape design.

Some palm tree species will be better suited than others, depending on your climate and design requirements.  Making the right choice will ensure your palms thrive and prosper.

Here you’ll find tips for selecting the best palm trees for your home and landscape.