coastalgardens, Author at Coastal Gardens Professionals

Grading and Draining Considerations When Planting Trees

A single drop of water rises from the surface of a blue pool of water.

Uncover the crucial role of grading and draining when planting in South Florida. Grow healthier trees and plants with these essential tips!

When To Prune Your Flowering Shrubs on Palm Beach Island

Knowing when to prune your flowering shrubs like this vibrant blue hibiscus is an important consideration for your Palm Beach Island estate.

Discover the secret to vibrant blooms! Find out the best time to prune your flowering shrubs on Palm Beach Island for a garden bursting with color.

Aphid Control on Your Palm Beach Island Estate

Dozens of green aphids crawl on a red and green stem feeding on the sap inside. Aphid control starts with prevention.

Aphids can impact the health and beauty of your Palm Beach Island Estate. Learn the signs of an infestation and how to control them before it’s too late!

Why Your Palm Beach Island Soil Needs Supplemental Nutrients

A lush green lawn with a curving square stone path leads to a brown brick patio lined with palm trees and ornamental bushes in front of a white two-story Spanish style home.

Want a healthy Palm Beach estate landscape? You need better soil. Learn how your soil limits plant growth and the benefits of supplemental nutrients. 

10 Things to Look for in a Landscaping Company in Palm Beach

Beautifully landscaped pathway with some plants and palm trees aligned on both sides. An example of quality work from a quality landscaping company in Palm Beach.

Don’t throw money away on poor landscaping service. Here’s what you should consider when hiring an estate care and landscaping company in Palm Beach.

Why Does Coastal Gardens Hand Prune Rather than Shear Plants on Palm Beach Properties?

Close-up of a Coastal Gardens Estate Gardener hand pruning a shrub on a Palm Beach Property.

Coastal Gardens chooses to prune most plants and shrubs on Palm Beach properties, rather than shear them. So what is the difference and why do we choose to hand prune plants?

Espaliers for your Palm Beach Property

A formal espalier pattern along a wall on a Palm Beach property maintained by Coastal Garden Professionals.

Espaliers are any plant or tree trained to grow against a flat surface. Learn more about this unique pruning method for your Palm Beach property and how Coastal Gardens can help you create your own espalier.

Southern Magnolias for Your Palm Beach Property

White flowers bloom on a Southern magnolia tree in Palm Beach, Florida.

The southern magnolia is an ideal choice for Palm Beach, but certain considerations need to be taken. Due to their full-grown size, enough space is necessary. Many cultivars of these trees also have surface roots which means they should be planted away from pedestrian areas. Despite potential drawbacks, the southern magnolia’s many cultivars mean you’ll be able to find one that’s perfect for your Palm Beach property. They are beautiful to look at and their lush, thick foliage mage them a perfect property divider.

Trees to Add to Your Palm Beach Property

Trees, plants, and landscaping on a Palm Beach property managed by Coastal Gardens.

We’ve previously written about trees and plants that you should remove from your property due to their invasive or non-native status, but what trees do we encourage you to add?
In this article, we’ll cover some trees that grow well in Palm Beach.

Banyan Trees in South Florida

A massive banyan or fig tree with multiple aerial roots takes over a large area on a Palm Beach property.

In this article, we will cover the banyan trees that grow in Palm Beach, the unique way that banyan trees grow, some characteristics of banyan trees, and more.