Will Too Many Pups On The Trunk Of A Sago Cause The Head To Shrink?

Question

I have a very old Sago that stands about 6′ tall. It has always had a big beautiful head last year all of a sudden it started putting off pups all over the trunk and now the new fronds are only about 1/3 the length they used to be. Could all the pips be starving the main plant?

Answer 1

Yes. I would be sure and remove them, carefully. This article will help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/palms-trees/propagate-palm-pups.htm