How long do I keep Washingtonia robusta staked?

[Selgd]

Hi! My Washingtonia robusta was planted in March last year. It's been staked since. I've read it has to be staked one year, but I've read somewhere else it has to be three years. Which one is correct? It's in a spot which is not protected from strong winds, but it's not often windy there.

[TropicsEnjoyer]

1 year is quite a while. I’m pretty sure it’s developed a good root system by now.

[Harry’s Palms]

Most palms send out new roots every Spring so by summer your palm should be sturdy , if it isn’t already. It looks like it is on a slope so good to be sure the palm has acclimated to that. Harry

[Merlyn]

@Selgd I see most transplanted palms (Sylvestris, regenerated Sabals, etc) staked for about 6 months here in Florida.  I'd think it's safe to take the straps off now, as long as you don't expect tropical storm-force winds.  You could loosen the strap and give the palm a good shove in all directions.  If it's stable, it's probably fine to remove the straps and wood supports.  The risk from leaving the straps too long is that it can constrict the trunk.  Otherwise if you feel it's not truly stable then you could just loosen the loop a bit and leave it through summer.