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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    September 8, 2015
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    This is normally a sign of too much/too little water or light. Since neither of these seems to be the issue for you, I would look toward other possibilities like too much fertilizer, cool temps or low humidity. It usually helps to mist the plant daily to help with humidity.

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    September 8, 2015
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    They really just need plain old fashioned TLC. Yes, they should not be in standing water. Plant roots need to breath and standing water will drown them. Just give it bright light, water when the soil feels dry to the touch on top and fertilize them every few months. They should come back for you just fine.

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    September 8, 2015
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    This could be watering issues, insects or fungus.

    Inspect your plants for any signs of insect damage.

    Treat the Palm with Neem Oil, this works as both an insecticide and fungicide.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/what-causes-brown-edges-on-leaves-of-plant.htm
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    January 18, 2016
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    With over 2500 types of Palms it can be difficult to make an exact identification.
    Your Palm certainly matches a few common Palms.

    Mediterranean Palm, Windmill Palm, Bismark Palm, Mexican Palm and

    European Fan.

    I am having our Social Media Specialist put the image on Facebook to see if another gardener can make an identification for you.

    Follow the conversation here: https://www.facebook.com/gardeningknowhow/photos/a.487889801221184.120174.172483302761837/1142364609107030/?type=3&theater

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    March 20, 2016
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    I'm not sure which type of Palms you are referring too, but in most cases you can remove seed pods from the palm.
    Here is a link with more information.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/sago-palm/sago-palm-flower-removal.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    March 20, 2016
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    You can cut them in half and remove the inside to use for a planter.
    The inside portion will rot and have a very unpleasant order.

    I have head of people using them for carving totem poles.

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    March 30, 2016
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    Regular pruning is necessary to keep this fast growing palm in check.

    Prune spent flower stalks at the base, do not cut into the fan itself.

    Remove damaged or brown leaves near the central fan, but do not cut into the fan itself.

    Trim off the outer 2 or 3 leaves on each side of the fan to shape it or keep it from spreading.

    Never cut into the central fan leader.

    Repeat this pruning to keep the palm healthy and from outgrowing it's space.
    If it becomes overgrown, it can be difficult to get it in control.

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