Pygmy Date Palm Information

[@kristis4147]

This guy really knows his stuff. He takes the time to put out these very helpful videos for beginners like me. His efforts on palm care videos help me save a dying Sylvester. Thank you!! 🌴

[@MegaMastiffman]

Excellent video you really know your stuff and how to translate it into understandable info

[@tiffersj6851]

Just picked up a 3 gallon for my backyard! Excited to see him grow!

[@crest4sensation938]

David Casella you are very intelligent and I can tell that you really know about the plants at your nursery! SUBSCRIBED!

[@mandocool]

I’m going to get one of these because of the way he described it

[@ibryan7118]

Perfect 101! I appreciate the explanations and suggestions for fertilizer/supplements.

[@leothelion9124]

I love these Pygmy palms. I had 5 mature ones around my yard until the big Texas freeze wiped them out last winter. They put up a good fight but the sustained freezing temp was just too much for them. It was sad to see them slowly wilt away.

[@sandramendez3356]

yes our did too that was a bad freeze but now i keep in potsvery slow growers1

[@jessegrider5301]

I'm sure you could some how protect it during the winter.?

[@619sandiego8]

Great information!!! Thank you

[@chicanojoe21]

Great information on this particular palm tree. Thank you.

[@phakes6195]

Good stuff man this is information that’s hard to come by.

[@TheGrilledCheeseSandwich]

Awesome information, thanks 👍

[@Bluecorner841222]

Wow ! Wonderful video I learned so much thank you ! I’m getting one small one tomorrow (they closed the garden center just as we were there !) again great vid thank you 🙏🏻

[@manuelcastaneda6453]

One of my pygmy twin palm has fallen over. The trunk is exposed. There has been plenty of rain in California. My gardener said there is nothing to do, but add a wood or metal stake to hold it u, but that does not seem like a permanent solution. Please advise?

[@phakes6195]

Everyone including me has many of these in SoCal.

[@gladimirsolorio3493]

Thank you for the info, I learned a lot!

[@EarthWorksJax]

Thanks so much. If you want to watch more of his videos check out our new garden center page Earth Works Garden Center, we just posted a new palm tree video on there.

[@vw411]

Very informative. Thanks for sharing.

[@vdonahue3899]

Excellent information! Thank you!

[@naseerkhaja7403]

Hello, I bought 2ft size pygmy palm which is in the pot. It is yellowing and I’m not sure if it’s because of over or under watering. How do I identify the reasoning and reach accordingly ? Under vs over watering. Please guide.

[@TheBarefootedGardener]

I kept these as potted patio palms here in WNY. You didn’t mention the spiny leaflet things at the base of each frond! Those suckers can shank ya good!

[@TheLifeEvolutionPlan]

Fabulous teacher!!!! Thank you!!!!

[@johnhaggart]

Great! How deep should I plant the roots?

[@Bloom358]

Will these palms produce dates? We planted 5 around our pool here in Sacramento. They are beautiful. Thank you!

[@seksualusis]

Females would, just that they need male somewhere around for pollination.

[@kjpdjb]

I purchased two smaller pygmies and want two larger ones. All to be kept indoors (7b zone). Should I take any preventative measures against pests or disease?

[@mnik8501]

Can we grow these in zone 7b, Maryland?

[@sylvia106]

I love how he spells out some words.

[@mattjones1378]

Will the ones in the container grow to 6 to 7 ft range?

[@farley1935]

I have 3 trunk plant that is not balanced in size. Can I trim the taller trunk branches to allow the other two to catch up in growth? I thought maybe I could stunt it's growth, and open more light, etc for the other two to grow taller. I am in Florida and the plant is 6 years old in the ground and 6 ft tall now.

[@EarthWorksJax]

Not likely to work.

[@aprildsteele]

I need a video on proper watering for these in a lanai container

[@CDPMATH]

Excellent video. Very informative. Thank you. You mentioned that they should be fertilized 3-4 times per year. I was able to find the nutrient spray suggested at my local store. What other “premium” fertilizer do you suggest to use. Preferably something that can be purchased from the big store. Thank you.

[@EarthWorksJax]

Palmtone Fetilizer shop.earthworksjax.com/item/6798/Palmtone-Espoma-4-lbs

[@maggieacevedo8077]

Hi I just saw your video and thank you so much for all the information I want to ask you a question I’m going to plant some palm tree around my pool area but I want A slow growing Palm tree or a Dwarf Palm tree can you please recommend some please thank you

[@sandrazavala6241]

Excellent video ..🍄

[@EarthWorksJax]

Thank you for watching!

[@grumpy_ken]

really informative video!

[@mistyflower4629]

I needed some information I have one of those in my backyard it's about 6 feet high could I take it out from my backyard and planted in my front yard.. can I replant it in my front yard if I dig my back yard

[@EarthWorksJax]

Yes, you can transplant it. Just make sure you fertilize it and water it properly so it does not shock to bad. You might get a little yellowing of the leaves.

[@adriancarillo4866]

I’m planting a Pygmy and a sago this weekend... I’m in zone 9, should I consider a type of soil conditioner? Fertilizer? Anything? Thank you for your time and help

[@1BOXINGKING1]

Can you keep those palms in a big pot?

[@nytaylorj]

You should mention the wicked thorns on these palms.

[@blacksc400tenn]

I live in Nashville TN. And just bought a couple of these palms. In the video you said they are cold hardy. Would it be ok to plant them here? And if so. What do I need to do to protect them in the winter?

[@puppupzera6435]

I live in Australia and have pygmy date palms myself what kind of fertilises do you recommend

[@EarthWorksJax]

8-2-12 is our recommendation following area Ag university protocol.

[@2lemonades]

I bought one for my apartment and soon I want to repot it. Is cactus soil the best option?

[@rickdiculous5655]

You kids at home don't try juggling or throwing up palm trees. This guy in the video is a trained professional with decades of experience with palm trees. 😂

[@EarthWorksJax]

lol! Practice makes perfect Rick :)

[@rasukhalil3103]

How many years does it take to get that size from 10” ? I just bought one from Whole Foods

[@EarthWorksJax]

With enough water and fertilizer, the pygmy date palm could grow from 6 inches to almost 2 feet per year.

[@rosebailey7009]

Can you divide this plant per container…

[@EarthWorksJax]

Better luck purchasing single, double, or triples than trying to separate them.

[@rosebailey7009]

I love your presentation and knowledge of God’s beautiful vegetation. I have another question 🙋‍♀️ I lived in Portland Oregon, where everything grows, however l relocated to Texas and it’s so hot here and the winter’s can go before freezing….will the Pygmy 🌴 survive here? Thanks!

[@stevemanning331]

We are in Phoenix and have planted several pygmy palms, having some yellow/brown leaf issues, it's summer and these palms are in direct sunlight for approx. 10 hours , plus 100-110 degree temps. I have been watering 5 days a week and soaking then on water days, is this too much...the trees are approx. 4-5 years old. appreciate any kind of advice.. Thank's

[@EarthWorksJax]

Steve, the Phoenix Roebellini palm is rated for growing in a full sun location. They are native to the Asian country of Laos. Temperatures usually do not climb above 100 degrees F. The watering frequency for your palms should be reduced to only three times per week. Also, I recommend that you feed your palms with a liquid fertilizer, called Palm Nutritional. 4 cap fills with liquid fertilizer to one gallon of water. Make two gallons of the product for each palm and pour it into the ground, around the trunks. Also, I recommend that you use the mixed fertilizer as a foliar spray. Spray the entire palm, trunk, leaves, etc, as if you are spray painting the palm. This will get into the Apical meristem (bud/point of growth) and it will be fast-reacting, like liquid vitamins for your palms. You can fertilize this way on a monthly frequency! I hope this will bring you success in correcting your Phoenix Roebellini Palms. Happy Growing! David Casella (President First Coast Palm Society)

[@stevemanning331]

@@EarthWorksJax Thank's David I do appreciate you taking the time to help with my palms..My home depot has the spray and will start with it today..I will let you know how things are going.

[@marcosorduno9203]

How long does it take to bear fruit

[@LifeSoMagical]

I was also wondering this and, if so, is the fruit the sweet dates (medjool, etc.) that I might expect?

[@KingTriton1837]

I live in an apartment. I saw one of these at Lowe's today and I wanted to buy one, but I'm not sure if I should get it since I don't have a yard. I've got a pretty good sized back porch though!

[@anasavedra5413]

What if one of the double that was leaning to much breaks off from the bottom due to strong winds can it be separated and plant it by its self ?

[@sisterSarah364]

👍🏾🤗🌿🌱🍀⚘️

[@mnik8501]

CanI grow these in Maryland zone 7b?

[@EarthWorksJax]

Unfortunately only indoors. They are hardy only in 9 and above.

[@angelmadera2263]

Will they produce fruit

[@seksualusis]

Females would, just that they need male somewhere around for pollination.

[@TheDesertRoseRanch]

Great video---Thank you!

[@stevelarcher9920]

These Pygmy dates need protection from freeze or the fronds burn!. Good to be planted close to the house to benefit from radiant heat on cold nights

[@EarthWorksJax]

This is completely true. Take extra care of them in the winter.

[@payanfamily3153]

So browning is okay

[@kd6dash3dot7]

I live in the Pacific north west with a large greenhouse and aquaponic system. Can the roots be wet 24/7?

[@davidcasella2934]

I would not recommend that the roots stay wet 24/7. This palm actually developes aerial roots, from the base of the trunk when the palm is growing in a wet environment. Constant water can cause fungus, bud rot and root rot.

[@shamikakey2782]

Thank you

[@elvinaismailovski6572]

Hi, my Phoenix Roebelenii plants are dying I feel, the leaves are turning brown, what should I do? Pleas help!!!!

[@elgin8069]

too much water

[@saltlifess6226]

25 degrees min. 20 degrees will kill it! Zone 10 palm to be safe!

[@EarthWorksJax]

Zone 10 cold hardiness is only 30-40F. You may have meant zone 8 or 7, which will be much more cold hardy.

[@Sandor68]

How much sun, water, humidity do they need?

[@TerranceRick]

More focus on the chick in the shorts than the palm. Hats off to the cameraman

[@1totheright]

This guys good

[@ЗокирРахимов-о3ж]

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