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Mexican Fan Palm
Mexican Fan Palm A Santa Monica Icon The majestic Mexican Fan Palm (Washingtonia robusta) is a quintessential element of the Santa Monica landscape, its towering presence a familiar sight throughout the city. Its ability to thrive in Santa Monica’s unique Mediterranean climate, combined with its adaptability to urban conditions, has cemented its popularity among both…
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Articles
https://www.sfgate.com/la/article/los-angeles-palm-tree-problem-19998210.php
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A Plant Enthusiast’s Journey Through Santa Monica’s Palms
As someone whose roots run deep in the fertile soils of Upstate New York, transitioning to the sun-drenched landscapes of Santa Monica has been nothing short of a horticultural revelation. While I occasionally misspell words, much like I miss the changing seasons back east, my fascination with the verdant diversity of palm trees in this…
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Exploring the Diversity of Palm Trees in Southern California
Welcome, fellow plant enthusiasts! Southern California is famous for its beautiful beaches, sunny weather, and stunning palm tree varieties. Southern California offers a diverse palm paradise, from towering giants to elegant and exotic specimens. Here, we will take a closer look at some of the most common palm tree varieties you can find in this…
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This History of the Canary Island Date Palms in Santa Monica and LA
Every palm in Santa Monica is either a transplant or the product of a transplant. None are native species. The only native palm tree in the state of California is the California Fan Palm (Washingtonia filifera), a relic species native to the oases in the Mojave and Colorado deserts. Its cousin, the Mexican Fan Palm…
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Sourdough Pizza
Every Sunday since late 2020 we’ve made pizza. The dough is sourdough pizza made fresh starting at 6 am with a 1:1:1 levain. We typically make 2 pies, one veggie and one something else. Margherita, prosciutto, and Buffalo are our secondary go-tos.
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Homes North of Montana
One of the nicest, quietest neighborhoods in all of LA county, North of Montana is full of unique houses. Some humble single story homes from the 50s still exist. But most are lavish and large with price tags well above $5 million to start.