
Queen Palm for the Desert?
10/07/21 • 21 min
There is one palm that is sometimes called the "Desert Palm" and its not the Queen Palm but the California Palm. Although it can survive desert extremes, Queen Palm might not be the best choice when it comes to palms looking their best when grown in the desert. Learn of Queen Palms shortcomings in desert environments and what you have to do to keep it looking its best in this episode of Desert Horticulture.
There is one palm that is sometimes called the "Desert Palm" and its not the Queen Palm but the California Palm. Although it can survive desert extremes, Queen Palm might not be the best choice when it comes to palms looking their best when grown in the desert. Learn of Queen Palms shortcomings in desert environments and what you have to do to keep it looking its best in this episode of Desert Horticulture.
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