Articles
Why a trimmed queen palm can still collapse
A fresh trim gives a queen palm a clean look, but it can't fix what's happening inside the trunk. Here's what to inspect before a seemingly healthy palm comes down on its own.
Sep 30, 2026
Sabal palm install: why the first two years matter
Plant a sabal palm wrong, or skip the right aftercare, and it quietly fails before you realize anything is wrong. Here is what actually determines whether your new palm survives its first two years in the ground.
Sep 18, 2026
Pruning a palm properly: what to cut, what to leave, and
Palm pruning looks simple but bad cuts create real problems: slow decline, pest entry, and storm risk. Here's what healthy pruning actually looks like, why the "hurricane cut" is harmful, and how often your palms really need attention.
Sep 11, 2026
Ganoderma butt rot in Florida palms: recognize it before it
Ganoderma butt rot silently hollows out palm trunks from the base up, leaving no cure and a tree that can topple without warning. Here's how to spot it early and what to do before it becomes a crisis.
Aug 12, 2026