Zeeth Posted January 26, 2016 Report Share Posted January 26, 2016 Neat new forum! Does anyone know the effects of long-term pot culture on palms that are ultimately destined to be planted? I've got these two coconuts that I'm going to try keeping with me throughout medical school and residency, and I plan to ultimately plant them in the ground when I can buy my own place to garden. Are they going to be stunted forever from being kept in a pot for so long? It might be 10 years! The big one on the right is a Jamaican tall from the tallest/oldest Jamaican tall on Anna Maria island. The one on the left is one I sprouted from a huge coconut I got at a local Indian store. It weighed 3 pounds dehusked! 1 Keith Palmetto, Florida (10a) and Tampa, Florida (9b/10a) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Searle Posted January 27, 2016 Report Share Posted January 27, 2016 Yes, by all means palms can be stunted if left in pots for many years. Of course it all depends on the species. Usually the larger species that are capable of forming trunk will be the ones in jeopardy. Searle Brothers Nursery Inc. and The Rainforest Collection. Southwest Ranches,Fl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zeeth Posted January 27, 2016 Author Report Share Posted January 27, 2016 Thanks for the info! Any way to prevent or remedy long-term problems? Keith Palmetto, Florida (10a) and Tampa, Florida (9b/10a) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tampa Scott Posted January 27, 2016 Report Share Posted January 27, 2016 Plant them in the ground and have them dug and transplanted when the time comes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zeeth Posted January 27, 2016 Author Report Share Posted January 27, 2016 1 hour ago, Tampa Scott said: Plant them in the ground and have them dug and transplanted when the time comes. Not much room left for them in my garden. My parents only have 1/8 an acre, and I already have a few hundreds palms planted (including 13 coconuts). 1 Keith Palmetto, Florida (10a) and Tampa, Florida (9b/10a) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danilopez89 Posted January 27, 2016 Report Share Posted January 27, 2016 27 minutes ago, Zeeth said: Not much room left for them in my garden. My parents only have 1/8 an acre, and I already have a few hundreds palms planted (including 13 coconuts). Send them over here... I'll take care of them. Or, maybe you can grow them into bonsai cocos... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laaz Posted January 27, 2016 Report Share Posted January 27, 2016 I think the biggest problem with long term pot / container growing is salt buildup in the soil. They need to be completely flushed on a regular basis. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tropicdoc Posted February 3, 2016 Report Share Posted February 3, 2016 I water my potted palms with fresh water from the bayou to avoid salt build up. Also set them out in heavy rains when possible. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoomsDave Posted February 14, 2016 Report Share Posted February 14, 2016 This is one of THOSE questions Hmm. (profound!) Too long for royals? [Expletive!} for the royals, i think anyone disagree? Let's keep our forum fun and friendly. Any data in this post is provided 'as is' and in no event shall I be liable for any damages, including, without limitation, damages resulting from accuracy or lack thereof, insult, or lost profits or revenue, claims by third parties or for other similar costs, or any special, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of my opinion or the use of this data. The accuracy or reliability of the data is not guaranteed or warranted in any way and I disclaim liability of any kind whatsoever, including, without limitation, liability for quality, performance, merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose arising out of the use, or inability to use my data. Other terms may apply. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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