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Facts on Native Florida Palm Trees

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There's a native palm tree for all of Florida's climate zones.

The University of Florida IFAS Extension website reports that Florida has the largest number of native plants that are appropriate for home gardens. Several palm species are among the natives people choose for their landscaping. Does this Spark an idea?

  1. Cabbage Palm

    • This large palm tree grows to 90 feet. Its botanical name is Sabal palmetto, and it will grow in almost all soil types, full sun or partial shade. It also tolerates salty soil, making it a good choice for seaside residences. The cabbage palm grows in all regions of Florida.

    Florida Royal Palm

    • This large palm tree grows to 100 feet. Its botanical name is Roystonea elata, and it prefers moist, rich soil, full sun or partial shade. It also tolerates salty conditions, making it a good choice for seaside residences. The Florida royal palm grows in southern and southwestern Florida.

    Needle Palm

    • This small palm tree grows to only 6 feet. Its botanical name is Rhapidophyllum hystrix, and it prefers moist, fertile soil and partial shade. It also tolerates salty conditions. The needle palm grows in central and northern Florida.

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