An informal survey of the landscapes in our neighborhoods might lead to the conclusion that the landscape rules require a phoenix roebelenii, pygmy date palm, to be planted in every front yard. Palm ...

Palm trees are cherished for the tropical flair they add to any setting. With thousands of palm tree species available, it can be hard to choose the right one for your landscape. When selecting palm ...

Hawaiian gardens are famous for the hundreds of species of palms from all over the world. Coconut palms are a favorite but another genus is equally important in many tropical and subtropical regions.

Stacy Tornio has authored more than 15 books about animals, nature, and gardening. She is a master gardener and master naturalist. Native to the South Pacific Area, Kentia palms present that big, ...