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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    April 13, 2015
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    I have been searching for some sort of answer for you, and I understand the attachment to plants!

    Here is a link I found that does say that you could top off the Ponytail. I will let you decide if this is something you may want to try.

    I also might recommend checking with your local extension service. They may have information relating to weather conditions this past winter. Did the cold temperatures affect your area?

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/extension-search/

    http://www.mahalo.com/ponytail-palm

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    abbob1@msn.com on
    April 13, 2015
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    Our ponytail has been outside in the same location for more than 15 years. No sign of infestation. Light and watering have been the same. This is sad as it's almost 6 feet tall and we've had it so long. Thank you for your time!

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    April 13, 2015
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    You should not top off a Ponytail Palm. Is this plant in a pot or the ground?

    Is the plant receiving adequate water, lighting? Have you inspected the plant for any other signs of decease or insects?

    I have listed 2 very good links with more information.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/ponytail-palm/pruning-ponytail-palms.htm

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/agave/growing-agave.htm

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  • Answered by
    shelley on
    April 21, 2015
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    Ponytail palms tolerate full sun to part shade so this would be okay.

    For more information on the care of ponytail palms, please visit the following link:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/ponytail-palm/ponytail-palm-care.htm

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  • Answered by
    shelley on
    May 22, 2015
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    It is good and completely normal. Those are the flowers of the ponytail palm, which usually are produced on the older trees.

    For more information on the care of ponytail palms, please visit the following page:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/ponytail-palm/

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    May 31, 2015
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    Congratulations, it sounds like your Ponytail may be getting ready to bloom if it has buds on the top of the plant.
    Ponytails are dioecious, which means that the male and female flowers occur on different plants.
    If the flowers are cream colored it is a male plant, pink flowers, it's a female plant.
    The female plants will produce fruit after flowering.

    You can trim away the spent flowers if the plant is a male, but leave the flowers if it's a female plant.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/ponytail-palm/ponytail-palm-care.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    June 13, 2015
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    The Ponytail palm is related to the Century Plant, so new growth could have that appearance.
    I see no reason to think you plant is stressed or dying.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/ponytail-palm/ponytail-palm-care.htm
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/ponytail-palm/pruning-ponytail-palms.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    June 21, 2015
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    The pups can be removed and propagated.
    Here is a link with more information.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/ponytail-palm/propagating-ponytail-palm-pups.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    July 3, 2015
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    This plant can be completely "decapitated" should the need arise, and apparently it has. New branches and leaves will grow from the stalk, so if you lop off the top, don't worry too much. I realize it won't be that attractive for a bit but once the new growth comes in, it should fill out rather quickly.

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