Several varieties of palm trees likely suffered damage in the Big Freeze of ‘21. Some may recover, and some may not. Here are some things you can look for and steps you can take right now.
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Donna-Jo Grove says
My Queen palm is oozing rust and black color near base of palm? Is there anything I can do to help it?
James Gill says
No, nothing you can do. I don’t think they will make it, but I haven’t quite given up yet. Soon though, I think it will be chainsaw time.
kim says
okay I have read all of these comments. I am have foxtails that were froze on that one cold night this past January here in florida. It has been a month and a half. the trees feel sturdy on the trunk and up to the fonds. The fonds are all brown but there are some new half green and burnt fonds developing. should I trim away the burnt fonds or leave them?
james gill says
It is best to leave Fran’s that have green, or even yellow, until they turn completely brown. Palm trees will recycle nutrients out of old and dying leaves to utilize in newer leaves.