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I have a few of those. It’s been described now? Not a hybrid?

This variety of dypsis might be worth a try for you gysuppe!

Of course i managed to collect some seeds 😇. Sadly the iriartea deltoida got fugus rapidly. But I hope to get some calyptrogyne and asterogyne

very high calcium soil cannot be ammended to solve pH issues which will be a problem for many palms. I dont know about Alfredii there, I guess you will be the first one to grow in such an alaline soil. I would try adding elemental sulfur, and plenty of it to see if the pH can be changed. It will take a couple years to find out. pH 8.2 is not extremely high but5 its an issue. Here is a chart, the red pH zones are a no for most plants. https://planetpermaculture.wordpress.com/2013/07/25/ph-chart-showing-nutrient-availability/ looks like B, Fe, Cu, Zn, and N will be a problem. Get the sulfur pellets, they are small pellets but big enough that the wind wont blow them away like a granular sulfur. You will need to address the pH issue at and around the planting sites. You have to put this stuff down liberally, 4-5 lbs per planting site per year for 3-4 years. THe soil microbes break down the sulfur to acid in small amounts so no burn. I dont recommend using a quick soil pH adjustor, there is a high risk of killing plants as it rinses down. you might just be able to change that soil at pH 8.2 but it will take time an lots of sulfur. In the mean time get some humic acid as it chelates some of the micro nutrients and improves availability in alkaline soil.

Upper 20s in the forecast for the northern part of SA in the forecast on Sunday morning. Nothing to worry about.

I ask that mostly with curiosity as to what these F2 seedlings are going to grow into. And then what will their offspring grow into? Eventually will these revert back to Decipiens or Baronii? Makes me think of the recently described Chrysalidocarpus x Lafazamanga which is a hybrid plant that is now in its 3rd and 4th generation of seed production from the original plant that is now described at Chrysalidocarpus Andersenii (from Jerry Andersen’s garden here in Hawaii). I don’t think I’ve seen any talk of that news here on PalmTalk. Maybe I’ll start a separate thread about that 😀

Curious. What would the chainsaw be used for in this case?

I'm keeping mine in a 50°F - 58°F environment and it has grown another inch though fall to current. None of the other species I have ATM are showing any signs of growth. Started in 2023.

I dunno if it's covid again or the flu but my butt is being thoroughly kicked. I got up to do stuff and totally regret it, but the babies needed attention.

No longer available going up north to a great home ...Thx

The usual proviso for transplanting Sabals is not until they have 4-6' of clear trunk, which neither of those seem to have. Until then Sabals have a large, deep-growing underground stem that shatters when subjected to shovels. You would need to use a large earth moving machine that can dig low and wide to pull each palm out of the ground. Not a good idea if you have a sidewalk/boardwalk you want to keep. I'm not trying to discourage you from taking the shovel route but be aware of the risks. A chain saw might solve your problem with less angst.

Thank you Meg So, in your eyes, my royal highness is parched or thirsty? Is that cracked and yellowish leaf from thirst?

Your logic resonates, perhaps I need 3 to match 3 Obi island.

A Freeze Watch was issued for my area Sunday night into Monday morning: Tampa WFO Melbourne WFO Weather.com for the rest of January with cold snaps boxed in red:

Lipsticks cannot tolerate any kind of drought. Listen: Set the pot in a large tray of water several inches deep. Never, ever let the water dry out. I didn't mess with irrigation lines. This is hands-on palm care. You can't jerry rig its care to save yourself time and effort and expect it to grow well. Check and top off water in tray daily in warm weather. I kept mine on large rolling carts we could maneuver. I kept my lipsticks under 90% shade cloth in full shade. Your plant reminds me partial sun did not work with mine. Fertilize as recommended 2-3 times during growing season. Check your plant for insects and mites and treat accordingly (mites require expensive toxic miticides you can't find among the c**p sold at HD and Lowe's - try online for sources. Wear mask and gloves). I also suggest you obtain Southern Ag's Dithene 45 powder to mix in a pressure sprayer to spray for the lethal cold weather fungus I mentioned.. It kept my lipsticks fungus-free for years. This prima donna does not tolerate improper care and will happily keel over dead if neglected and abused. It requires care like that accorded to pets and babies and is a long term commitment

@PalmatierMeg Thanks for replying. I appreciate your questions. Approximately 8 days ago, I took them out of their small solo cups and changed the soil type and containers. That made a big difference in their spontaneous healing. I am 1 1/2 hours away from Chicago; so it is extremely cold outside. That said, I have them in an environment of 55% humidity and 73 degrees. They are at the South Bay window, 3rd story. My other palm are doing fine in this same long-term environment.

And some more from Punakaiki and surrounds including Pororari River track, Truman Track, Pancake Rocks, and the bottom end of the Paparoa track.

It’s that time of year here in Southern California . Temperatures in the upper 70’s and mid 80’s f. and lows in the low 60’s. We have had quite the week with a follow-up to our incredible wet November and December / early January. The garden , once again thinks it is Spring or Summer. The wonderful weather has a price …..very dry winds . That means MORE TIME IN THE GARDEN!😎. I was out picking up debris once again and took a few pics. All you SoCal folks can join in , I know you’re out there in you gardens , watering , fussing about . Even those of you not in our area , I can sense the gardening bug doesn’t just have me in its grip. Harry ‘The Pritchardia has opened 3 new fronds in about 2 months. another view with the Caryota behind it Cyphophoenix Nucele …..” WHAT WINTER?” ‘ ‘Orchids are blooming Even the Ground Orchid is popping up around the Chrysalidiocarpus Lutescens. Chrysalidiocarpus Lanceolata pushing a new spear , it won’t be long on that one! Rhopalostylus Bauri Cheesmania keeping Ernie company Well thats it for now , I think I have a few weeds that need to be pulled. Harry

Gorgeous Andrew!

I have done a soil test and yes my soil is full of Ca. Ph is 8.2! All nutrients are low except for Phosphorus and Magnesium which are only slightly low! Perhaps this one is good. It is NPK 22-7-14 and also has trace elements. It says it should be applied once a year..

Was on the west coast of the South Island recently for 2 weeks camping and experienced lots of great habitat. Here are some photos, mainly from start of the heaphy track. The first photo is from the deck of a friend’s house at the Mohikinui River mouth.

dont focus too much on the '2% P', that is a "high phos soils" formulation for Florida. Lower phos yes but look at Fe, Mg, Mn, S, Cu etc from that label. Now if you know you have high phos soils, stay close to the '2'. Some areas of Greece have high phos soils and some are calcareous, which is something you must know as high Ca can be a big issue in nutrient availability/pH. Highly calcareous soils will limit what you can do to modify the soil and thus what you can grow.

"Small drainage holes" don't cut it. You need to provide them decent drainage. If you keep them in trays never let them sit in drain water. Also be sure you are not watering too much/too often. Soggy soil can lead to fatal root rot. Seedlings look like they are damping off. No full sun. How cold is your house, how dark, how dry? Midwinter in IL is a terrible time to buy and try palm seedlings. I suggest you wait until spring and start with seeds. You can grow them outdoors in partial shade and they will go gangbusters in the heat.

I noticed today several of my normal strain Arenarius are flushing. I think its due to this nice weather we have been experiencing here in So Cal after all the rain. Early spring🤔

31° expected tonight lol .