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Should transplant well. As was mentioned , Chamaedorea are fairly straight forward . Most are shade loving palms and a fresh transplant will need just a bit more attention . Give it a bit more water until it settles in after getting as much root ball as possible , assuming it is ground planted , not in a pot. The palm will go through a bit of adjustment coming out of a controlled environment like a greenhouse. Harry1 point
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I have a female needle palm without male counterparts around, which produced this year 4 well shaped fruits containing also seeds. This is a picture of two fruits and two seeds. I have never come across pollinated fruits and fertile seeds of this palm sp before, so I have zero experience. If I dissect the seeds, I will waste them and miss the chance of propagation. So I would like to know from a knowledgeable person, whether those fruits and seeds look at least pollinated and generally whether needle palms can also be hermaphrodite.
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I think many if not most Needle palms are hermaphroditic.1 point
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We wanted to share a true 'Pura Perfezione' moment from our balcony fortress on the 4th floor in Stachen, Lake Constance. My Howea forsteriana (Kentia) survived this very cold winter outside with solid professional protection! ❄️🛡️ We used multiple layers of heavy fleece combined with Sagex (Styrofoam) for thermal statics. The result: She is pushing a new spear right now! 🌿🔥 Today we are basking in a phenomenal (20.2 C / 68.4 F) in the shade, with a stable pressure of 1021 hPa. 🌬️💎
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We don't have electricity down here yet, lol.1 point
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Two different palms that don't share any genes. While Queen palms are "one" of my favorite, I do appreciate the looks of all other palms. I'm not agreeing on that a Butia doesn't look as good as a Queen. You can't compare those. I've seen miles of beautiful Butias planted in line along the Florida gulf coast. The striking blueish green color as well as the curved fronds are definitely an eye catcher and never gets old to look at IMO. Every Butia is different , I think that makes it so special . You got to give this type of palm a lot of credit when it comes to cold hardiness. Between the gulf coast of Central Florida and Corpus Christi , the only place that really seem to have the best chance to keep Queens alive for a long time at least is New Orleans.1 point
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I shall start this thread, this way when I plant a few more things in the garden it will be found here, and what a joy it will be, theres a lot to planted! So the new plants for today are kerriodoxas and chamaedorea adscendens a little reindhardtia gracilis a philodendron hose buono and a Zamia variegata. This little batch should get the garden looking good from the deck.
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Some beautiful palms in that haul, dypsis palms are such a great palm for my climate. Such exotic varieties available and the smaller varieties are just so beautiful. Summer is over so planting time again and with no shortage of stock plants iam a planting. Richard1 point
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Subject: Quick Update from the Fortress – Growth doesn't lie! 🌿🔥 Hi everyone, thanks for the lively discussion and the critical views! Special thanks to Janni for the neighborly perspective – I totally get your point about the Chamaedorea in the front yard. However, there’s a massive biological difference between a ground-level garden and a 4th-floor balcony fortress. While it was -10.3°C (13.5°F) in the valley, my microclimate here—supported by the building's thermal mass and my 100% passive Sagex (EPS) insulation—prevented even a single ice day on the balcony! The proof is in the pushing: Despite the skepticism about a "war of attrition," my Kentia is already pushing a solid new spear right now! This isn't "growing backwards"; it's active regeneration in real-time. To Phoenikakias: Don’t worry, Konstantinos! I have the fungicide ready in the fortress to prevent any "rot-error" during this warm spring eruption. The experiment continues. Fortune favors the bold! 🌴💎 Kind regards Mazat1 point
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Woahhhhh that’s CRAZY I didn’t know you could grow them from seed haha! Ima have to do that to save money on those very expensive canna lily well tubers.1 point
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The thing with palms they can come clean out of a winter but die on you in summer because of the damage the winter brings.1 point
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I totally agree. Maybe it‘s just the curiosity how far you can push the zones. I live just a few kilometers from @Mazat and have the same curiosity. my gardening hobby consists very much of „Zone pushing“. But eventually, you have to recognize when you‘ve come to an end, where you can‘t go further. For example, my Chamaedorea radicalis in the frontyard are literally growing backwards. I know they won‘t be looking good anymore, no matter if they technically survive our winters. This year will be their 5th summer, but they‘ve become my ugliest plants in the garden. I‘ll replace them by something else.1 point
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Randomly stumbled upon these Queen palms circa 2016. Dead now. @Xenon proof positive they did exist once
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I always see this group from 59/69 between the beltway and I10 on the right hand side when heading into downtown. They are pretty beefy looking. https://maps.app.goo.gl/o3iPLsPHRGZYvGnL8
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I'd guess 1970s +/- I think Butia appearance is just a lottery. 95% of them don't do it for me with the wiry wispy unkept open crown look. Nothing to do with manicure imo. Most mules inherit the trait too, don't like most of them either 😅1 point
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The form exists, You need to light the form
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I dont think so either.1 point
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Nana, I do not think it would come alive out of a second trashing such as the recent one.1 point
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True, every summer it's getting not enough sun and heat to recover if it's every winter the same story over and over again, it will be a war of attrition for this plant and after two or three years it will be done.1 point
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Experimenting can sometimes be a good plan, but if the palm has to recover completely each spring/summer, you are slowly but surely killing it! I think you'd just stick with Chamaerops, Trachycarpus, Butia, Phoenix canariensis/dactylifera, Jubeae and Parajubaea torallyi; They cope much better with periods of light frosts! But of course, the choice is yours!1 point
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Sorry I cannot understand your statement. Why does the Kentia look that bad if the passive protection worked? My both Kentia inside do not have any single leave damage. It might survive but does it look happy? Plants deserve the best care possible. Just my point ov view.1 point
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We are thrilled to share a glimpse of the atreathtaking energy currently erupting in our collection here in Arbon/Stachen Switzerland. While many palms are still struggling with the winter-error, our other Howea forsteriana (Kentia) has just unleashed a magnificent, deep green vitality spear! 🌿✨ Despite the dry stalks around it, this new growth is a true light-bringer, thriving in the tropical warmth of my 4th-floor balcony sanctuary at 20.6 °C (69 °F) in the shade. It’s a testament to the limitless power of nature when the conditions are just right. This spear is more than just growth; it’s a symbol of 100% healing and the vibrant synergy of our sanctuary. We couldn't be happier to see this glissful weightlessness manifesting in such a strong, green signal! Best regards from the sunny shores of Lake Constance, Tom and Sabine
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Thank you very much Harry 🤗1 point
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Actually, Konstantinos, it is not the only one! 🌿🛡️ This is already the second survivor from my elite squad that has successfully mastered the system-error. Seeing this vibrant green vitality spear erupting here in Arbon/Stachen is the ultimate proof of their 100% healing They are all thriving in the tropical warmth of my sanctuary at 20.6 °C - 21.5 °C. It’s a collective manifestation of power!"1 point
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Okay, it's in the grow room, Sabine just said, Phönix canariensis is doing well 🤗
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Indeed, Richard 🤗. Really great1 point
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I wanted to share the current status of my 4th-floor balcony collection here in Arbon Stachen (Lake Constance). Despite the central European winter, my Washingtonia robusta, Phoenix canariensis, and Phoenix reclinata are thriving in their elevated microclimate. Current Stats (06:55 AM, March 9): Outdoor Temp (Arbon Stachen 425m, solar-ventilated Bresser) 3.7 C / 97 % humidity Balcony Temp 443m (4th floor, shaded Intertronic): 8.5 C / 61 % Pressure: 1021 hPa (stable). We are also successfully keeping a Howea forsteriana (Kentia) and Saribus rotundifolius on the balcony, protected by fleece and sagex. The difference between the garden level and the 4th floor is the key to our success as a 'Light-Bringer' for these species.
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Current Stats (06:53 AM, March 10): Outdoor Temp (Arbon Stachen 425m, solar-ventilated Bresser) 0.4 C / 32.72 F 95 % humidity Balcony Temp 443m (4th floor, shaded Intertronic): 6.9 C / 44.42 F / 55 % Pressure: 1018 hPa
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Actually 32.72 F / 0.4 C community garden 425m
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@guillerman looks like a nice crop of seeds on your palm. Plant some in a community pot, keep moist and they should sprout in a few months.1 point
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I just couldn’t pass up on some of the plants on offer at the pacsoa show this weekend. Just a couple more for the collection! satakentia liukiuensis kentiopsis oliviformis Dypsis ambositrae Geonoma atrovirens licuala sallehana Calyptrocalyx flabellata pinanga sarawakensis loxococcus rupicola calyptronoma occidentalisDypsis sp Bill Beattie Basselina glabrata Dypsis orange crush calmus muelleri polyandrococus caudescens Calyptrocalyx yummutumecalyptrocalyx flabellata cocothrinax guargruana Mapu for the wife you know how it is fellas you gotta get the wife a gift when you spend up! Zamia pictaDypsis hetromorphusDypsis avisonii Dypsis DrannsfieldiiDioon Rio verdeDioon holmgreniiSchippia concolor All set to go in the garden for a bit more of that tropical look chamearops humillis cocothrinax eckmanii licuala fractiflexavietcha montgomerianadypsis procera
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@happypalms Yike a Rooney you went hawg wild!1 point
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Indeed, the warming is quite intense! It`s currently 12.3 C on the balcony fortress here in Arbon/Stachen Lake Constance! I`ve checked the tissue, and so far, everything remains stable. I haven`t applied a fungicide yet, but i have it ready in the fortress to prevent any rot-error during this spring eruption! Thanks for the heads-up, Konstantinos🤗1 point
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What is the temperature right now in the region around Bodensee? With real and permanent warming up there is a slight risk, that all severely scorched plants collapse. Have you applied any fungicide preemptively?1 point
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just wonderful, Richard 🤗1 point
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amazing, Richard 🤗1 point
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Great, Richard 🤗1 point
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Very impressive, Richard🤗1 point
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No worries, Richard ! ❤️ This Kentia is a survivor in the Arbon/Stachen fortress! She is just toughening up for the upcoming spring. She sends her regards back to NSW!🤗1 point
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What are they doing to that poor kentia, as an Australian I must stand up for one of finer palms living abroad in such cold conditions, please send my condolences to the palm!1 point
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Update on the technical data: While my solar-ventilated Bresser weather station at ground level (425m) recorded a minimum of -10.3°C (13.5°F), we only had 3 ice days in the valley. Up on my 4th-floor balcony, there were no ice days at all. Thanks to the thermal mass of the building and my 100% passive Sagex (EPS) insulation, the temperature rose above freezing every single day. This is why the Howea have solid spears and are already pushing new growth. Passive protection works if you understand your microclimate!1 point
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Similar to King Pyhrrus saying, another such survival and the plant will be ruined.1 point
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Why did you leave it outside? Howea are perfekt indoor plants inour areas. Hopefully it recovers. Greetings Eckhard1 point
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It sure didn’t like the cold! Hopefully have time to recover before next winter . They are pretty slow at that age. Harry1 point
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Another old frond removal today. This one is particularly special as it's the only solitary maroon leaf, red vestiaria I've ever been able to find. And believe me I've looked.
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I grow t he Osaka birds nest fern in Jax without proble ms ---- also Asplenium kenzoi ----they are supposed to be cold hardy to 20°F
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