Palm trees and their exotic looks in home landscaping



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 taper towards the edges forming a point. Such a unique leaf design reduces the surface area of the leaf which means that the rate of transpiration will be quite low. This means that the loss of water will be checked. Such amazing morphological evolution means that the survival rate of the palm tree drastically increases. 



The instant connection that people of a palm tree with a tropical climate is the catalyst behind its use in landscaping. It provides that amazing look to a home that no other plant can provide. Palm trees are a very useful lot and they have another great advantage too. They are hardy survivors and have been seen to withstand almost any climate or weather conditions. This hardy nature makes them ideal for landscaping almost anywhere. So don’t be surprised if you spy upon an exotic and tropical looking home in the middle of the Tundra. 

Fully grown palm trees as well as saplings are now easily available for buyers who need them for landscaping. These trees can now be brought either from dealers or ordered online. The best varieties of palm trees are available in Carolina and this is where most of the online sellers are based.

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