Palms are an important group of plants that we use to create a tropical look in our landscapes. May through August is the preferred time to plant palms here because the warm soil will encourage ...

Most plants benefit from companion planting - where each species complements the other. This can be even more important in drier, arid zones where water is more scarce. Palm trees are often grown in ...

Which Christmas palm tree is best? When Christmas is right around the corner, it usually means setting up and decorating a Christmas tree. However, some people prefer tropical vibes and Christmas palm ...

Hurricanes and tropical storms can wreak havoc in the lives of Florida residents, but once the necessities are taken care of, your attention may turn to conditions in your yard. Once you can safely ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. A legendary “walking” tree has captivated rainforest ...

ARNOLD, Mo. — Late every spring, tropical trees start to pop up all over the St. Louis area. Most palms don't and won't grow in Missouri or Illinois. "Weather is the issue," explains David Knoll with ...