Best Trees To Plant Instead of Palm Trees in Southern California
Palm trees require massive amounts of water and provide little shade. The palms also face a threat from fungus and a destructive weevil that is decimating the palm population in the city. Even the native bird populations don’t like nesting in them. As our climate continues to warm, we should replace palm trees and other nonnative plants with a more sustainable choice. City planners have announced that any dead palm trees will not be replaced with more palms and instead would be replaced with trees that require less water, offer more shade, and have longer lifespans.
THE ADVANTAGE OF NATIVE TREES
As we mentioned above, native trees are a great choice for Southern California yards. Native plants are well-adapted to our hot and dry climate. They require less water and can provide shade. Here is a list of the best trees that are adapted to the Southern California climate.