Palms are evergreen, mostly tropical plants in the family Palmae (also known as Arecaceae). There are over 2500 species of palms. Most are tree-like, with single trunks and either fan shaped (palmate) or feather shaped (pinnate) compound leaves. The larger palms make dramatic statements in USDA Zone 8-10 landscapes, and smaller palms are grown in containers everywhere.

All agriculturists, environmentalists, horticulturists, and home gardeners have one all-abiding question about any Palm Tree or plant they wish to introduce into their growing spaces.

A frequently asked question about palm tree care and growing palm trees is how to fertilize palms.

This topic can be considered either quite simple or quite complicated depending on how sophisticated you want to be.