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Areca catechu alba in SoCal?

Matt in OC

By Matt in OC
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Matt in OC Grand Master

Matt in OC

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I think I already know the answer to this, but has anyone tried one of these outdoors in SoCal? If so, how long did it last?

Palm Tree Jim Grand Master

Palm Tree Jim

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Tried and failed......really not surprised however.

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Brett in Mission Viejo Proficient

Brett in Mission Viejo

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Never tried one. From what I know, it is much too cold sensitive for my microclimate. I have kept Areca Triandra growing well in a pot outdoors for 15 years. I believe Triandra has a much better chance in So Cal.

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Mission Viejo, CA

Limited coastal influence

5-10 days of frost

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Palm Tree Jim Grand Master

Palm Tree Jim

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4 minutes ago, Brett in Mission Viejo said:

Never tried one. From what I know, it is much too cold sensitive for my microclimate. I have kept Areca Triandra growing well in a pot outdoors for 15 years. I believe Triandra has a much better chance in So Cal.

Agree Brett. 15 years is some accomplishment here in the OC.

Well done! 

Brett in Mission Viejo Proficient

Brett in Mission Viejo

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Thanks, Jim. I have contemplated planting it out. It has been growing in lava rock all this time, probably a 15 gallon plant from Hawaii,  and I am afraid it will croak if I plant it in my heavier clay loam:( so I will probably keep it in it's pot.

Mission Viejo, CA

Limited coastal influence

5-10 days of frost

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Matt in OC Grand Master

Matt in OC

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Very impressive, Brett. I'm trying to decide what to do with mine. I brought it in two nights ago as we dipped into the low 40s. It's been fine so far, but not sure.

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DoomsDave Grand Master

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Greenhouse palm here in So Cal, except maybe in far far south San Diego county.

How do I know?

I'm experienced, alas. From the top and bottom of the sea.

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PalmatierMeg Grand Master

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This species is too cold sensitive for me most of the time. It loves my summers but winters are deadly long term. It is likely cool-sensitive as well: your chilly, rainy winters may overcome it even if a frost/freeze doesn't.

Meg

Palms of Victory I shall wear

Cape Coral (It's Just Paradise)
Florida
Zone 10A on the Isabelle Canal
Elevation: 15 feet

I'd like to be under the sea in an octopus' garden in the shade.

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doranakandawatta

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For all climate refugees, Doranakanda gardens doors are open :D

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Philippe

 

Jungle Paradise in Sri Lanka

 

Josh-O Grand Master

Josh-O

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3 hours ago, doranakandawatta said:

For all climate refugees, Doranakanda gardens doors are open :D

sweet!!

Carlsbad, California Zone 10 B on the hill (402 ft. elevation)

Sunset zone 24

Josh-O Grand Master

Josh-O

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unfortunately a death sentence for our climate..

Carlsbad, California Zone 10 B on the hill (402 ft. elevation)

Sunset zone 24

doranakandawatta Grand Master

doranakandawatta

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5 hours ago, Josh-O said:

unfortunately a death sentence for our climate..

Please wait, 

Warmest regards :D

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