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Cat Palm Sunburn in Florida: Shade Is Essential

Cat palm (Chamaedorea cataractarum) in Florida courtyard shows brown, burned tips from direct sun. Nursery was shady. Check soil pH with kit or litmus paper. Consult local nursery for climate-specific advice—indoor expertise doesn't cover outdoor Florida conditions.

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