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COLD HARDY PALMS

Selecting and growing palms for colder climates.

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  1. TonyDFW

    Comparing Sabal mexicana and Sabal palmetto side by side

    by TonyDFW

    Sabal Palms in North Texas. The palms to the left are Sabal mexicana. Native to the Rio Grande valley and recent arrivals from South Texas. To the right are Sabal palmetto with dramatically shorter petioles. They were delivered from Florida, where they are native. .

    DreaminAboutPalms
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  3. Collectorpalms

    Texas Queens Palms After Freeze 2021 1 2

    by Collectorpalms

    These are alive. Mine had made it though 14.5 but are dead. Looks like 2 in Sugar Land lived through low 10s. He is using Silver Queen and Litoralis as the same. They are not, Also how does he know what they? He should state their background. Most likely they are what was termed silver queens. If they are 30 years old, they may have been from offspring that survived in the RGV, Laredo or north Florida. Those were the silver queens. I had those, I had plants purchased from the RGV. My Litoralis were recent introduction ( Late 2000s) and I got my seedling from Jeff Marcus. I still have a 15 gallon Litoralis, and I have seeds from this past fall from my Silver Q…

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  4. GoatLockerGuns

    The Palms of the Oblate School of Theology 1 2 3

    by GoatLockerGuns

    On the recommendation of @Fusca, I decided to take a drive over to the Oblate School of Theology on this foggy day here in San Antonio. Man, that place did not disappoint. In terms of sheer volume, as well as presentation, it rivals the Riverwalk and Botanical Gardens with its palm specimens (it is open to the public by the way). It is a sprawling complex, and I doubt that I captured all of the specimens on the compound. There is a lot of stuff growing here that I have seen no where else in San Antonio. I can't believe some of this stuff is even growing here. I know that some discussion has been had previously about this place on threads like Cold Hardy Palms in San…

    ChrisA
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  5. Dwelty

    Chinese Fan Palm growth rate

    by Dwelty

    Hi everyone, I tried to search for this topic with no luck. I just bought three 3 gallon Chinese Fan Palms. I am in Ocala, FL zone 9a. I know that they have a slow growth rate, but just how slow? I plan on planting them in full sun with drip irrigation and proper fertilization. If anyone can provide photos of them at 1 year, 3 years, 5 years that would be really helpful to me. Thanks!

    Patrick
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  6. kylemtncruzr

    Fruiting Date Palms in Northern California zone 8-9?

    by kylemtncruzr

    Hello, my name is Kyle. My horticultural journey has lead me from bonsai, cacti, and now palms! But what I love more than looking at palms is eating their fruit! So my first major palm purchase will be a fruiting variety, Phoenix Dactylsomethin, but I am concerned about their fruiting ability in Northern CA. Upon searching, I have read various times that you won't get fruit out of a palm in N CA. (Oh yeah? >:]) I'm hoping many of you will laugh at a Californian with his first world problem and tell me, of course it will fruit. I'm in Auburn CA. Edge of zone 8-9. Closer to 8. 1700'. I found a nice little gem of info Fao.org that seems like it's the date palm …

    JaneGenuine
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  7. BigBilly

    Tall Windmills 1 2 3

    by BigBilly

    So I wanted a thread for the tall windmills. I know there are definitely some 20+ ft tall ones out there.

    Las Palmas Norte
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  8. Sabal_Louisiana

    95 potential Palm species that could be grown on the northern Gulf Coast of the US 1 2 3

    by Sabal_Louisiana

    Once, I made a list of as many species of palms (among other subtropicals) that could possibly be grown on the northern Gulf Coast of the US, the area that I live in, with the idea of experimentation. I may have missed a few so this list could maybe hit the 100 mark. Many of these are probably borderline for the region (esp the zone 9 stuff) but could make it in sheltered locations / warmest areas of the region between coastal/SE Texas and the Fla. panhandle. Also, some are rather obscure or difficult to obtain. Some may not be desirable to grow anyway. Even so, I've always thought that some species are underutilized and would probably do well around here. Ther…

    Eric in Orlando
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  9. Trustandi

    Jubaea chilensis in Seattle - Washington Park Arboretum - 1 2

    by Trustandi

    I just visited the park to see the Jubaeas. They are getting much bigger than the last time I went there. I wish mine were that big already.

    Banana Belt
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  10. Dartolution

    Journal of Syagrus romanzoffiana var. 'Litoralis' in 8a. 1 2

    by Dartolution

    I decided to create a Journal to share over time for these with culture and temperature data over their lifetime here in 8a. I placed my order for these on April 19th 2020. They shipped April 21st, and arrived today April 23rd. These are 3yr old Syagrus romanzoffiana var. 'Litoralis' seedlings in 4"x4"x14" tree liners from MPOM stock parents I believe [forgot to ask but have sent out an inquiry] that are used in hybridization. Michael has been easy to work with, keeps good communication, and I have received what I have ordered quickly. 1 seedling will be planted 1 seedling will be potted 1 seedling will be given away in…

    JLM
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  11. Fallen Munk

    2021 Jubaea chilensis growth 1 2

    by Fallen Munk

    Starting a thread to track growth and count fronds for 2021. The first frond of 2021 is just starting to open. Second photo is for reference when I planted it in April last year. 10 months growth.

    SeanK
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  12. MarcusH

    Winterizing Queen Palm in Zone 8b 1 2

    by MarcusH

    This year in May I've bought a queen palm from HD and planted it in our front yard. Little know did I know about cold hardy palms back then . My idea is to move it away from the front yard reason number one is this side is exposed to cold fronts moving in from the Northwest . There's an area on the side of the house where it's protected. So if I wrap the trunk with Xmas lights and blankets , put enough mulch around the base and deep water it before a severe cold snap (February 2021 )moves in ,is that enough to keep it alive ? To some it might not be worth it but to me it is and I see a lot of people here pushing the hardiness of their palms . I know it gets more comp…

    Allen
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  13. SailorBold

    Jubaea x Butia f3 blooming 1 2 3

    by SailorBold

    Very surprised to see this! How exciting.. These should be viable right? Well I guess if the seeds set... I counted 2 spaths..and maybe a third coming in..

    Fusca
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  14. Las Palmas Norte

    Polar Vortex 1 2 3

    by Las Palmas Norte

    Beginning Monday Nov. 28 forecasters are predicting a polar vortex to move in (PNW) and take up residence for some time thru December. I don't see devastating numbers but much cooler than we've had so far. I haven't checked to see how far southward this extends.

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  15. CincyLonePalm

    Palm Tree purchase recommendations requested (Cincinnati)

    by CincyLonePalm

    I've been trying to purchase a cold hardy palm tree for a few months now, without success. I can't find a distributor or retailer for a Chinese Windmill Palm Tree. I've gone through the big box shops, local tree farms, local greenhouses, local nurseries and even specialty home builders, tree services and landscapers. What's the best way to purchase a cold hardy palm in the midwest? I'd love to get a tree 6+ ft tall but the shipping costs for trees that size and larger are pretty significant. I thought i'd reach out to this board on this topic since I'm a tree novice, this will be my first purchase.

    Keith N Tampa (ex SoJax)
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  16. agt

    Needle Palms in Coastal Rhode Island 7A 1 2

    by agt
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    Hello Everyone, I just bought two needle palms from hawkpalms on ebay in an attempt to fill up some extra space on the base my dune. This is incredibly close to the ocean and the temperature is rarely warmer than 80 all summer because of the cold water. In the winter I'd say it rarely gets below 15. The last few weeks have been pretty wet and cold and now its starting to get nicer. I was wondering if anyone had an idea if this is worth a try having minimal protection or if the winter will be too harsh. The dune also acts as a shield from the wind coming from the ocean which I think could be helpful.

    kdev1
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  17. Raniked

    Trachycarpus princeps hybrid

    by Raniked
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    Who's growing it? It seems nobody knows which Trachy the princeps is hybridize with.

    Flow
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  18. Palmə häl′ik

    Livistonia nitida vs decora 1 2

    by Palmə häl′ik

    Differences? They're about eight feet apart, four inch caliper... First picture will show the two, nitida being more spread out and Decora seems more compact. - Ray.

    Albey
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  19. Chester B

    Southern Oregon - Brookings 1 2

    by Chester B

    I made my first trip to Brookings, Oregon and I was not disappointed in what I saw. Lots of exotics that I can't grow here in Portland and many of them were huge. I had 10 minutes that I was granted to drive around and snap photos. I seemed totally suspicious so only managed to get a few decent shots. Unfortunately I wasn't able to get any photos of Washingtonia palms. I did also see some Pygmy date palms planted in a front of a store but had not idea as to how long they had been in the ground. Apparently Brookings has an unusual climate. I took this from Wikipedia The Brookings area has a cool-summer mediterranean climate (Köppen climate classification Csb). …

    Banana Belt
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  20. yabazid

    New jubaea advice 1 2

    by yabazid

    i received my new Jub two days ago and it doesn't look very well. The seller claims that it was damaged during shipping. I will not mention who I bought this from if anyone would want to know. I am looking for some advice how to treat it and get it back to its best shape. I applied hydrogen peroxide today to the spear. Also will apply liquid fertilizer to it following the advice of a fellow member. I am posting a few pics of the damaged palm with the spear pulled.

    ChrisA
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  21. louisrui

    Arenga ryukyunensis 1 2

    by louisrui

    Hi, I'm new to this forum. My name is Louis and I live in Japan, 9a. I lived in Okinawa (Ryu-kyu new name) for 1 year (11a). I brought back some plants, including Arenga ryukyunensis. I heard that the most close palm is Arenga engleri, which is cold hardy to -6 degrees Celcius. Would someone know if it would be reasonable to think that Arenga ryukyunensis is also cold hardy to -6C? I attached a pic of my palm. Thanks for your help, Louis

    BeyondTheGarden
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  22. Swolte

    What is your favorite cold hardy palm? 1 2 3

    by Swolte

    I think its time for one of these again!

    8BPalms
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  23. Bill Nanaimo

    Will Canary island date palm in Grow in zone 8B or on South Vancouver island

    by Bill Nanaimo

    I got a couple of canary island date palms starting to sprout has anyone had any luck growing them on Vancouver island

    ryjohn
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  24. BeyondTheGarden

    Short, Hardy, Palm Recommendations? 1 2

    by BeyondTheGarden

    Any ideas for 8a palms, that would stay under ~4 feet tall? Aside from Trachycarpus nanus and Brahea moorei, which are both about impossible to find... Looking for things to put in front of my house, that would not obscure the front porch. I am open to non-palm recommendations as well. BLE's/non-deciduous. Thank you.

    Laaz
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  25. ZPalms

    Best Cold Hardy Livistona 1 2 3 4

    by ZPalms

    What is the best Livistona, hybrid or not to zone push in 8a?

    SeanK
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  26. Chaz517

    Bringing Washingtonia Robusta "indoors" how much light?

    by Chaz517
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    Hey guys, I purchased a 6 and 1/2 ft Mexican fan palm 5 months ago at a local nursery here in Connecticut of all places. I know the chances of survival if planted are slim with no protection,so she was potted and placed on my porch. For the upcoming winter I built a greenhouse, more of a plastic enclosure over and around my deck, sealing it completely , that keeps the wind and some cold out. I have a space heater to keep temps warm, so that is not my issue, however I need to know how much ARTIFICIAL light is necessary to keep her alive! My porch probably only got 4 or 5 hours of direct sunlight in the summer, and therefore she has some browning and doesnt look as good as …

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