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Why is My Palm Yellow?

by Julie Schelb and Anne Yasalonis

March 13, 2024

One of the most common occurrences with palms is the unsightly yellow appearance that many display. So, why are palms yellow? Palm Nutrient Deficiencies Nutrient deficiencies are some of the most common causes of yellow palm fronds. So, let's ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes
Tags: Anne Yasalonis, Ayasalonis, Central Florida, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Jschelb, Master Gardener Volunteer, Nutrient Deficiency, Palm, Palm Problems, Polkgardening

Proper Palm Pruning

by Julie Schelb
September 8, 2017

When considering pruning your palms, you may think you need to “hurricane prune” your palm tree. Hold that thought before you do more harm than good. There is a misunderstanding that by removing almost all palm fronds, leaving only the youngest ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes
Tags: Disaster, Hurricane, Jschelb, Master Gardener Volunteer, Palm, Polkgardening, Pruning, Tree Pruning

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