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I'm trying some zone 9 plants here since it is now officially in zone 9a. It's not obvious on the zone maps until you input zip code 27948.

My tropical collection down here in Fort Myers, FL. I have run out of space in my tiny bungalow. Enjoy and cheers.

This summer we built a tiki bar, set up a gazebo, made 10 trips for flat rocks to put around our flower beds, planted 4 Washingtonia Palms we transplanted from Florida, 4 Banana Trees, and a few other tropical type plants. Last summer we planted a few different types of Palms, Yuccas, and a few other things. We also made 2 water fountains by cutting, shaping and forming a frame, then used concrete, canvas tarps ripped into random pieces forming it until we liked it. A lot of work but it will look awesome next summer! ☀️

Palms and cycads in Elizabeth City, North Carolina.

Some highlights from a new seed source.

Walking through my garden after a rainy night

The photos in this gallery were taken in October of 2012 of a visit to present Dick a Plaque of Appreciation for his contributions to the Palm society and to palm culture in general.