Post and Courier

A steel palmetto tree was just unveiled in downtown Florence. Here's what it celebrates.

FLORENCE — In the middle of a new fountain downtown is an oddity — a Palmetto tree made of steel. The tree, along with a South Carolina-shaped fountain, honors Florence's steel industry. And while the ...
The Island Packet

Want palmettos in your SC yard? Watch out for these “red flags” and palm tree mistakes

The palmetto is South Carolina’s official state tree. Several palm species thrive in the South Carolina climate. Jason Lee For many folks, nothing says life at the beach like a palm tree in the yard, ...
AOL

City of Charleston plans to plant more Palmetto trees after Dominion removal

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) Palmetto trees close to power lines can pose a danger, and Dominion Energy says many on the Charleston Peninsula must be removed. The City of Charleston says they have a plan ...

Charleston downs palmetto trees near power lines, promises to plant 5 for each 1

The City of Charleston and Dominion Energy have begun removing nearly 200 palmetto trees identified as hazards near power ...
AOL

South Carolina Bans This Once‑Beloved Tree—Homeowners Urged to Check Their Yards

Gardening in South Carolina comes with its own set of rewards: long growing seasons, vibrant blooms, and the chance to create a landscape that feels alive almost year‑round. But not every tree that ...