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Freeze Remedy: Palm Trees [VIDEO]

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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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    • 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.

  1. 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.

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