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Palm trees and their exotic looks in home landscaping

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Palm trees and the several variety of the same genus have found great popularity among home re-decorators and landscapers. Their popularity stems from the fact that these plants provide an exotic look to the garden and make it seem tropical-like. The presence of a palm tree automatically triggers a memory of seeing it in a desert. A study of common misconceptions has shown that 78% of people associate the palm tree with the desert lands of Middle East and Africa. This is true in a way as palm trees are found abundantly in the sub-tropical areas but that doesn’t mean that they are centred there. Palm trees and various sub groups of palm trees are found all over the globe and in every inhabitable continent.  Their forms might be different but the basic practicalities and morphological developments are all the same. So you will find that both in the Bismarck Palm and Cabbage Palm, the leaves are compound. Compound leaves are thicker on the underside and gradually ...

Why palm trees are the finest landscaping options over other variety of foliages?

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Palm trees are traditionally found to grow and prosper in tropical areas primarily near the equator. But that doesn’t mean they can’t survive anywhere else. Palm trees have been legendary for their survival instincts and their hardy nature. They have been found even in sub-arctic regions and that alone could cement their position as the toughest trees on earth. Every variety of palm trees has some unique evolutionary feature that makes it ideal to survive in the harshest climates. These trees simply adapt to the climate and soon prosper. Their hardy nature comes from their unique morphological features that include compound leaves, hard outer covering on the bark, etc. These unique features help in locking down the liquid content in the trees thus giving the trees a distinct edge. Palm trees have been recently introduced into garden and home landscaping. These trees have been a huge hit with home remodelling and landscaping companies as well as home owners for their exotic feel...