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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    May 23, 2011
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    I would leave the fronds, but would definitely move it to a better lit area. They get leggy like that when they do not have enough light.

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  • Answered by
    Heather on
    July 21, 2011
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    Newly planted (or young) sagos should only be transplanted during early spring in well-drained, sandy soil (that for cactus should be sufficient).

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  • Answered by
    Becca062 on
    July 22, 2011
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    This will explain what to do with the pups and care of the sagos:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/sago-palm/prune-sago-palm.htm

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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    August 15, 2011
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    I do not see any real probelms with doing this as long as you are able to ensure that the plant does not dry out during hot weather. It will also require adequate drainage to keep the root from rotting. Here is more information on growing these plants: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/sago-palm/how-to-care-for-sago-palms.htm

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  • Answered by
    Heather on
    August 19, 2011
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    Yes, it is ok to do this. They can add organic material to the soil, which is helpful. With coffee grounds, some people worry that it may affect the acidity of the soil, but after the grounds are brewed, most of the acidic compounds have been washed out so it generally does not cause any problems.

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    February 2, 2018
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    The original palm may likely die. It will usually send up replacement pups at some point, though. Look for these at the base as the plant dies off. Here is an article that will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/sago-palm/prune-sago-palm.htm

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    February 12, 2018
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    Unfortunately, it could have already caused too much damage. The first thing that you will want to do is to find lab grade citric acid. (It isn't expensive, and you can find it anywhere online) Mix a few tablespoons into a gallon of water, and water the whole thing through the plants soil area. Then water with pure water (tap is fine) and after that you may fertilize with the correct fertilizer.

    Make sure that you take the drip tray off so that there will be no standing water. They will quickly rot if you leave any extra water. You may top feed and water as usual.

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  • Answered by
    WillCreed on
    February 12, 2018
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    Indoor Sago Palms grow very slowly and use very little nutrients. I suggest that you skip the fertilizer altogether. If you are getting yellowed fronds it is probably due to inadequate light or improper watering.

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