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Successfully growing palm trees really isn’t that hard if you have the correct information on a particular tree and can then match its optimum growing conditions.
Here you’ll learn what terminology like
These are all important information to consider when picking a species for your outdoor location.
Even if your palms are potted or indoors, you’ll need to know what conditions they need to stay happy and healthy.
Note: If you need to diagnose a problem with your tree these articles (all with photos) may help.
Pests has the insects that may be infesting your tree and how to eliminate.
Palm tree fungal or bacterial diseases need to be addressed in specific manners. Learn how to spot them.
Mineral deficiencies are common in many palms. Learn the signs and how to treat for each.
Here are a couple of maps showing the various hardiness zones with keys to the temperatures.
The zone temps shown are the lowest for the zone.
An important part of growing palm trees or any plants is knowing your average low temperature.
This will help you figure out which zone you are in.
Look for the growing zone of the plants natural to your area. What are the tolerable minimum temps they can withstand.
If your temp is going to go lower you may need to provide a cover for your trees until the cold snap passes.
Keep in mind that some of the cold hardy varieties don’t do well in spots with higher night time temps.
They need it to cool off in the evenings.
Zones in Fahrenheit
Zones in Celsius
Britain and Ireland Plant Hardiness Zone Map
original image found here https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hardiness_zone
There are various soil types. When growing palm trees it helps to know the best soil conditions for that variety.
When you dig the area to plant, if there’s something key missing, you can add it to the area where the tree is to be planted.
A good example would be humus- which is organic type material that will hold moisture.
Acidic or alkaline soil types all have to do with the pH levels found in that soil. A balanced pH is 7. Used often in water testing. Soils are the same in that an alkaline soil has a higher pH level.
An example is limestone. If soil has this ingredient then it is alkaline. Southern Florida has this type.
Acidic soil is the lower than 7 pH levels. Volcanic type soils are acidic- like those found in Hawaii.
Sandy soil would be classed as any soil type with at least 30% sand or more. Think of the desert palms. These kinds will do better in almost any soil as long as there’s a mix of sand with it.
Serpentine soil has a high concentration of minerals in it like magnesium and iron. Chances are they will also have cobalt and nickel too. These are normally toxic to plants.
Some palms have adapted well to these kinds of growing conditions. So well that if taken out of their natural habitat and planted in regular soil they will die.
No worries these trees are generally found in Cuba and New Caledonia and will not be available to purchase.
Others have adapted very well. If you do see
some originating from either place, they are the more adaptable ones.
When growing palm trees it’s obvious as to what full sun means. Here’s a guideline to the rest:
Be mindful of your palms lighting requirements.
Planting a shade loving kind in full sun will cause its leaves to burn and it will eventually die.
A sun loving tree planted in shade won’t do either.
It will cause it to reach for the light it needs and will never develop into the grand specimen it was meant to be.
Meeting the light requirements of some that are brought indoors can be a challenge. If you are going to be growing palm trees and don’t have a solarium type room, a bay window, a skylight or a green house, you could supplement the light it needs artificially.
If the palm you choose comes from the tropics then chances are it needs higher humidity in the air and will require more regular watering.
Those that are somewhat drought tolerant should still be supplemented with water at least once a week to keep them healthy and green.
There are even a few considered aquatic in nature. They will be water hungry all the time.
Arid, desert palms will require less water to survive and generally won’t do well in high humidity conditions like those in Florida.
Knowing your tree's growing conditions then matching them the best you can, will produce a palm to be proud of.
NOTE : About Buying Palms
If you are looking to buy palm trees of any kind then I would highly recommend purchasing through the Real Palm Tree Store.
They are a huge nursery based in Florida with connections to many quality growers.
Whether you are ordering from inside the United States, Canada or another part of the world-- ordering one tree for your landscape or many for a commercial project-- I’m confident you won’t be disappointed.
Their customer service is second to none; all products are high quality and backed by a money back 100% satisfaction guarantee.
Make sure to visit
real palm trees, ask questions and read the reviews before buying anywhere
else.
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Other important sections to consider for growing palm trees:
Landscaping with palms may
be
a bit of a challenge if you don’t know the trees or exactly the best
place to
put them. Here are some placement ideas |
Starting palm tree seeds doesn’t have to be difficult if you
know what to do. Learning these few things will increase your chances of
success. |
Planting will show you the best practices for both field or container grown palms. |
Fertilizing palm trees-learn what the numbers mean, how to calculate the amount and more. |
Mineral deficient palms have tell tale signs. Learn what to look for and how to correct. |
Bacterial and fungal diseases are important to the health of your trees. Includes pictures, symptoms and treatment options. |
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