Kentia Palms need help.

[exhibit22]

Looking for suggestions. As you can see in the photos my Kentia Palms need to be moved or trimmed. Unsure how they would react to either option.  Any suggestions on the best way to handle the issue are welcome.  Hate to lose them getting too large for inside the cage after 14 years. Located in Bradenton Florida. 

[PindoPalm]

You can definitely transplant it because trimming would only delay the problem and/or make it worse. There may be the obvious transplant shock where the Palm may shed a few fronds but as long as you transplant well by watering well before and after and keeping as many roots as possible after transplanting it should do well.

[EPaul]

You'll also want to keep in mind that the screen does block out a nice portion of the sun's UV rays (which attributes to why your Howea forsterianas are doing so well). Meaning, it may appear they're acclimated to full, Florida sun when they are not. 

[PalmatierMeg]

They supposedly transplant well. Howeas have problems in SWFL, i.e., they loathe our hot, humid summers. They prefer a narrow range of temps, i.e., not too hot (preferably < 70-75F), not too cold (40s-50sF). FL's long summer humid swelter can stress them to death. I planted my forsteriana and belmoreana under deep canopy in my jungle overlooking our canal so they get as little sun as possible. I suggest you also transplant yours under canopy away from the sun rather than stick them in sun-drenched open space.

My 20 year old forsteriana has 4' of clear trunk and managed to survive Hurricanes Irma and Ian but lost 80-90% of its canopy, It is finally getting some sun protection back. The belmoreana clings to life but at 20+ years old is only 3' tall. I knew both species were unsuited for my climate but I've loved Howeas since I was little. These two species are the only specimens who have survived more than a year or two outdoors here. I'm lucky they've made it this long because they need special handling.

[Harry’s Palms]

Howea F. transplant easily . Follow the advice above and you should have success after the normal set back. Look for a cool spot not in direct sun if you can find one. Harry

[bubba]

Real time at the Breaker's with family and Grandchildren. Took some pictures of Howea culture in SE Florida, as well tended by outstanding folks. These palms are all in deep shade.

 

[bubba]

One more Howea and Christmas lights at Breakers this past Christmas 

[SeanK]

You have no "options". It must be moved. Palms don't get trimmed like trees. Now you must find a site for it and plan the move logistics. 

As @PalmatierMeg says, it is not actually acclimatized to full sun. It will need a canopy or afternoon shade.

[bubba]

A couple of others I missed upon departure:

 

[exhibit22]

Thanks for the comments &suggestions. Now I need to find someone to move them... not always easy.