Captiva – St. Augustine – Sod
Captiva, once known as NUF-76 during its research years, was developed at the University of Florida by Dr. Russell Nagata. It is a very slow grower, requiring less mowing and also less fertilization, and is chinch-bug resistant.
Floratam – St. Augustine – Sod
Floratam is the most popular variety of grass in Florida. This all-round favorite thrives in direct sunlight and provides an attractive, lush, blue-green lawn. Throughout the state of Florida, this is one of only two varieties that show some resistance to chinch bugs. Floratam has a dense, moderately coarse blade. Specifications Mature Height 10’ Hardiness […]
European Fan Palm
Chamaerops humilis Extremely cold tolerant and widely adapted to a variety of soils, the European fan is one of the most versatile palms available. It can be planted as far north as the Carolinas, and makes a fine, tropical-appearing specimen.
Green Malayan – Maypan Palm
Cocos nucifera Coconuts are the most universal and widely distributed palm tree in the world. Although used mainly for food, fiber, and construction in other countries, the coconut has become a symbol of the tropics for homeowners and developers in Florida. Because of the tree’s high salt tolerance, it is a good choice for beach and […]
Chinese Fan Palm
Livistona chinensis This slow-growing, hardy fan palm is a popular and widely used landscape tree. When young, it makes an excellent tropical-appearing shrub; then grows to a moderately tall tree with a wide crown and a weeping appearance. It is available as a single tree or in multiples.
Carpenteria Palm
Carpenteria acuminata Carpenteria is a fast-growing solitary palm that can be used in single or multiple plantings. Its quick growth makes it a popular landscape tree for a graceful, tropical appearance. Carpentarias can be placed close to buildings because of their relatively short fronds.
Canary Island Date Palm
Phoenix canariensis As a young tree, Canary Island date palms are a popular choice for a large, tropical appearance in the landscape. The young trees need plenty of room, but are widely adapted and extremely hardy. As the trees mature, they take on a formal appearance, and the robust trunk is highly regarded for its […]
Silver Bismark
Bismarckia nobilis Striking in appearance, and moderately cold hardy, the silver Bismarck has become one of the most sought-after tropical fan palms for Florida landscapes. Its large and formal appearance makes it an excellent choice as a specimen palm for commercial and residential landscapes. Its large, robust appearance may overwhelm some plantings, making it a poor […]
Areca Palm
Dypsis lutescens This robust, clustering palm is widely used as a screen or hedge. It can also be planted as a specimen palm if lower fronds are thinned to create more open appearance. Arecas are popular for tropical landscaping. Also know as the Butterfly Palm
Alexander Palm
Ptychosperma elegans As a small, solitary palm with an elegant tropical look, the Alexander palm is a popular choice for residential and commercial entranceways. It is available as singles, doubles, and triples.
Adonidia Merrillii Palm
Adonidia merrillii This solitary, neat palm is a popular choice for small areas, residential yards, entranceways, and pool enclosures and as a container porch plant. It is available in doubles and triples.