Publication Date: December 2000 | Publication Number: AZ1021 |
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The luxuriant tropical appearance and stately silhouette of palms add much to the Arizona landscape. Few other plants are as striking in low and mid elevation gardens. Although winter frosts and low humidity limit the choices somewhat, a good number of palms are available, ranging from the dwarf Mediterranean fan palm to the massive Canary Island date palm. This publication addresses the landscape use and the adaption of palms, as well as how to plant and take care of them. Topics include: - Landscape Use - Adaptation - Planting Palms - Care of Established Palms - Diseases and Insect Pests - Palms for Arizona - Feather Palms - Fan Palms - Palm-like Plants