{"product_id":"perkins-silver-select","title":"Perkins Silver Select Palm","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"225\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"163\" data-end=\"179\"\u003eSerenoa repens\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Perkins Silver Select’ (Silver Saw Palmetto)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"590\"\u003eIs a selected cultivar of saw palmetto valued for its striking silver-blue foliage and improved uniformity. Commonly used in native landscapes, mass plantings, and accent groupings, it provides a more refined and ornamental appearance while maintaining the durability and low maintenance of the species. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements: \u003c\/strong\u003eLow. Highly drought tolerant once established; water regularly during the first growing season, then rarely as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"853\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"747\"\u003eSoil: \u003c\/strong\u003eWell-draining soil. Performs best in sandy soils; highly tolerant of poor soils and coastal conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"855\" data-end=\"891\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"855\" data-end=\"871\"\u003eGrowth Rate: \u003c\/strong\u003eSlow to moderate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"893\" data-end=\"971\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"893\" data-end=\"908\"\u003eBloom Time: \u003c\/strong\u003eSpring; produces small flowers followed by berry-like fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"973\" data-end=\"1085\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"973\" data-end=\"989\"\u003eTemperature: \u003c\/strong\u003eHardy in USDA Zones 8–11. Excellent heat and cold tolerance; very resilient once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1171\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1099\"\u003ePruning: \u003c\/strong\u003eMinimal. Remove only dead or damaged fronds; avoid excessive pruning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1279\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1186\"\u003eToxicity: \u003c\/strong\u003eNot considered toxic to people or pets; berries are used for wildlife and herbal purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Ranch | Wholesale Plants \u0026 Nursery","offers":[{"title":"7 Gallon","offer_id":51599420621090,"sku":"20621090","price":74.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/5143\/9650\/files\/IMG_1300.jpg?v=1777915184","url":"https:\/\/www.theranchnursery.com\/products\/perkins-silver-select","provider":"The Ranch | Wholesale Plants \u0026 Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}