When common diseases, such as fusarium wilt or bud rot, infect a palm tree, your only choice may be to cut the tree down. If you wish to do this as a DIY project, use our guide below. How To Cut A Palm Tree Down The experts say you must cut palm trees that are…
The professionals recommend watering your citrus tree every one to two weeks in the summer. The trees should only be watered every three to four weeks during the winter. Watering A Citrus Tree Properly watering a citrus tree is vital in order to avoid any root rot issues. Always make sure the area you water…
Are you looking to trim your queen palm tree for your next DIY project? Follow these steps below. Queen Palm Tree Trimming Steps The queen palm tree is a feather palm, growing up to 50 feet in height. This tree thrives in acidic, well-draining soils in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 9b-11. Queen…
Any temperature below 40°F is often considered too cold for succulents. Meanwhile, a temperature above 90°F is not ideal for a succulents’ health either. Let’s take a look at some ideal temperatures for succulents, both indoors and outdoors. Best Temperatures For Succulents Between 60°F and 80°F is considered ideal conditions for succulents to thrive. At…
Palm trees typically do not require much maintenance throughout a lifespan. However, skinning palm trees once a year is essential for the overall health of the trees. So, what can you do when the trunk is damaged? Let’s look at a few different scenarios below. Single-Trunk Palms Severing off the growing tip or ‘crownshaft’ of…
If you are looking to prune palm trees as your next DIY project, follow our guide below! Reasons to Prune Palm Trees Each cut can change the overall growth of the tree, no branch should be removed unless it is needed. Reasons for pruning are for the removal of dead branches, to reduce risk of…
Palm tree roots are not considered deep. In fact, most palm tree roots will only go three-feet deep into the ground. Palm tree roots may even grow above ground, in some cases. Let’s take a closer look at palm tree roots below! Palm Tree Roots Palm tree root systems serve these thriving trees quite well.…
Is it possible to skin a palm tree yourself? Yes, it is! Follow our how-to guide below for this process. Why Should You Skin A Palm Tree? The main reason homeowners skin their palm trees for one simple reason, and simply the aesthetic of their home, paired with all the wonderful health benefits for the…
Indoor palm trees and other palm plants require very little upkeep. Use our tips below to take care of your indoor plants properly. How To Take Care Of Palm Tree Indoor Palm plants typically have little to no maintenance needs, yet they still require some care to survive and thrive. 1. Avoid Direct Sunlight Direct…
Typically, xeriscaping prices are calculated by square footage, and the costs will include plants, supplies and labor. Costs will likely range from $5-$20 per sq. ft. Xeriscaping Cost Per Square Foot 500 sq. ft. Total Cost: $5,500-$7,500. 1,000 sq. ft. Total Cost: $11,000-$15,000. 1,500 sq. ft. Total Cost: $16,500-$22,500. Cost Per Square Foot: $5-$20. Average…