I used to think of them as LA strip kind of plants, and I thought they were best left in the landscapes of casinos and cheap motels. I changed my mind when I began to see them in nature, and seeing more and more species with their individual charaturistics. Now I love them. Palms are interesting in growth form, and ecologically interesting. Though most people think they are only good for pigeons and rats, they host many other species of animals and insects and most do not harm the plants as palms have evolved with things living in their canopies.
Palms are generally tough plants.
Even when the outer leaves may get damaged, spring will force out new leaves and even with one new set the palm will look normal again. Most require only moderate water, no more than most plants commonly used in our landscapes. An occasional feeding with a general purpose fertilizer and some iron and magnesium will keep them in optimum health. Some palms will need protection from our hot sun and dry wind. Many however are happiest in full hot sun, and take the wind just fine.