Queen Palm Trouble

[Zone 9a]

Hello,

I planted this Queen Palm 6 weeks ago. It was dark green at the time. It has gone yellow in just the last 7 days. I fertilized it 2 weeks ago. It's in a well draining area and gets adequate moisture. Im in Zone A Florida. 

Thanks

[Harry’s Palms]

Looks like nutrient deficiency, I would add SulPoMag and wait for new growth. The yellow will not change color on existing growth but the new growth will show a darker green if that is the issue. There is a good chance of success but it takes a while before you will know for sure. I had King Palms at my old house that were yellow and it took the better part of a year to correct. You may check with a local nursery that deals in palms for certain , I am not familiar with soils in Florida. Harry

[jwitt]

You mention it was planted 6 weeks ago and fertilized. I am assuming from a pot. 

My concerns:

1-under watering.It is no longer in a contained pot and needs extra water until proper rooting takes place(up to 3 years). 

2- sunburn.  

3- over fertilized(my biggest concern since you say you fertilized it 2 weeks ago and a week later the yellowing started).  Maybe best to remove any fertilizer left(stakes, surface) if possible and water deeply. 

 

[SeanK]

If it were potted, it may have been shade grown. The leaves won't re-green, but new ones will be fine.