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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Beth Grace says
This information is so helpful. Thanks
Yucca plants 6 ft. tall, total brown, after trimming, what are the chances of survival?
Susie Knupp says
Should I wait 2 more weeks before we trim bushes and trees?
Also wait to trim brown drooping fronds on Cuban Royals?
I have been told to do it now and also been told to wait two more weeks., which is two weeks from now. ( March 4) The reason for the suggested wait is to protect the plant and to let the roots get all the nourishment.
steve says
Here is a good resource for all of Texas gardening. Did a search for my fried Oleanders. Found the incredible Neil Sperry and his freeze insights. Highly recommend his new book, and the 1990’s version, if you can find it. Can even sign up for his weekly email. Can’t wait to visit your Gill Nursery store soon. Ya’ll are going to be, if not already, very busy.
https://neilsperry.com/notes/2017/02/helping-plants-recover-freeze-damage/
Susie Knupp says
Thank you so very much for the prompt response. I really appreciate you sharing your knowledge on all issues. Your information is always very informative. You make a difference! Thank you.
Susie Knupp says
if the heart spike comes out of a Queen Palm, how much ( measurement) copper fungicide do you put in the center to keep it from rotting ? Do you mix it with anything or is it just the copper fungicide?
James Gill says
If the heart is totally frozen, fungicide will not help. If it is only partially frozen at the tip, then fungicide can help suppress the fungus from moving into the remaining healthy tissue. Mix according to directions, and pour in as much as will penetrate. When it starts to run over, then stop.
Vicki Hawthorne says
We have a huge Norfolk Pine in our back yard…and it IS oozing and shedding badly now. I saw an answer to another question stating probably dead? This is NOT good news as it’s very close to our house. How do we make a true determination of its health? Do we have to call an arborist? If this tree falls on our home it will bad news. Thank you.
James Gill says
Yes call an arborist. I would guess it is doomed, but don’t know that for sure. There is no imminent danger, it would take a few years of decay before the tree would be likely to fall over
Claudia says
Sorry if this is a repeat. I do not believe my earlier question went through. I have Washingtonia palms right next to the water in Rockport. Is it possible they are hardier and may survive? They are too tall to do the heart test.
James Gill says
Its possible. I think I answered this elsewhere.
Sonya Slosson says
Norfolk pines are looking really bad, what should we do?
James Gill says
If you have oozing from the trunk, probably dead. If trunk is still firm and clean, you can wait to see if you get any new sprouts.
James Gill says
My lemon trees are showing some green under the bark, but I am expecting that to fade. I will wait for healthy sprouts and then carefully trim to that point. Lime is very cold sensitive but may still have some life, I hope.
Deborah Lunceford says
What about my 15″ established lime tree. What are the chances of survival?