Can windmill palms grow criss-cross, In-N-Out style?

[karlbonner82]

California In-N-Out restaurants feature a pair of Washingtonia robusta palms planted at angles, so they form an 'X' as they grow. I wonder if the same effect can be achieved with Trachys in cooler climates?  The burger chain's expansion into SW WA state, makes this question inevitable...

[Chester B]

1 hour ago, karlbonner82 said:

California In-N-Out restaurants feature a pair of Washingtonia robusta palms planted at angles, so they form an 'X' as they grow. I wonder if the same effect can be achieved with Trachys in cooler climates?  The burger chain's expansion into SW WA state, makes this question inevitable...

I think it could, but considering the one in Keizer hasn't done it, I wouldn't be holding my breath.

[Dwarf Fan]

12 hours ago, karlbonner82 said:

California In-N-Out restaurants feature a pair of Washingtonia robusta palms planted at angles, so they form an 'X' as they grow. I wonder if the same effect can be achieved with Trachys in cooler climates?  The burger chain's expansion into SW WA state, makes this question inevitable...

LOL, the Washys that died here at this Central Texas INO got replaced by S. palmettos, so I think you actually might have a legit chance to see some “X” Trachys if you get an INO up that for north!!! (But you probably won’t get Sweet Tea as a drink option though.)  🤠 

[Arecaceus]

I don't see any reason why they couldn't do that. Trachies can also be curved. I have seen a nursery somewhere doing this on purpose.