Regenerated Sabal Palms

[MarcusH]

A little while back I have mentioned that I'm going to buy a Sabal Palmetto from a private seller in Houston.  He's charging $375 for a 8 ft clear trunk and I think $425 for 10 footers.  Anyway, does anyone have any experiences buying regenerated sabal palms ? What are the survival rates since I won't get any kind of warranty but I refuse to pay nearly $3000 at the nursery.  I do the installation myself.  

[Chester B]

That seems like a good price to me.  Definitely more pricey here for that size.  I can get S Mexicana with 3-4' of trunk for $350.

I have no experience with regenerated Sabals, but I know from others that is the way to go and as long as you give them lots of water they should do well for you.  It will probably take 2 years to get a full crown of fronds regenerated so have a little patience.

[MarcusH]

9 minutes ago, Chester B said:

That seems like a good price to me.  Definitely more pricey here for that size.  I can get S Mexicana with 3-4' of trunk for $350.

I have no experience with regenerated Sabals, but I know from others that is the way to go and as long as you give them lots of water they should do well for you.  It will probably take 2 years to get a full crown of fronds regenerated so have a little patience.

I've heard the same about the crown but it would be worth it to me. I've found this seller on Facebook Marketplace,  his name is Jeremy Goldstein. He always have a good collection of Sabals . Thank you for the information Ryan. 

[Chester B]

You're going to have a hard time finding a Sabal with a full crown, so its to be expected.  That is the same guy that advertises in Housto.  I have one of his ads saved for Sabal mexicana.  I haven't contacted him, so can't really give any feedback on him.

[MarcusH]

1 hour ago, Chester B said:

You're going to have a hard time finding a Sabal with a full crown, so its to be expected.  That is the same guy that advertises in Housto.  I have one of his ads saved for Sabal mexicana.  I haven't contacted him, so can't really give any feedback on him.

He was quick replying to me. I already know that it takes around 2 years plus to grow a full crown . That's worth it to me.  I like the looks of a Sabal Mexicana but I think it would look too crowded since I'm already growing a Washingtonia Filifera in the frond yard. My space is limited and Mexicana grow huge crowns which I personally like better.  Sabal palms are non destructive in our regions, they always stay evergreen.  Good choice Ryan. 

[Allen]

Are those regenerated?  

[Manalto]

I got a S. palmetto with leaves removed and most of the roots trimmed way back (I assume that's what is meant by regenerated?). My understanding is that this is the most efficient and reliable way to transplant mature sabals. You are in effect "rerooting" the stripped-down plant. Anyway, I got one installed in 2018. They braced it with three 2X4s to keep it stable while roots regrew (regenerated!). I was instructed to keep it watered, and advised that trickle irrigation (which could be as simple as a garden hose turned down very slow) is the way to go.  I was also told to fertilize lightly.  Mine took 3 years to look full, and I am within (or very close to) sabal's native range. It was worth the wait. This palm is a distinctive feature in my landscape, quietly contributing some interest and flair. I also like them, if space allows, in clusters of 3 different heights. Good luck with your project!

Edited March 17, 2024 by Manalto

[MarcusH]

1 hour ago, Allen said:

Are those regenerated?  

Yes , according to the seller they are.  Most fronds were cut off I guess some of them already grew back .

[MarcusH]

54 minutes ago, Manalto said:

I got a S. palmetto with leaves removed and most of the roots trimmed way back (I assume that's what is meant by regenerated?). My understanding is that this is the most efficient and reliable way to transplant mature sabals. You are in effect "rerooting" the stripped-down plant. Anyway, I got one installed in 2018. They braced it with three 2X4s to keep it stable while roots regrew (regenerated!). I was instructed to keep it watered, and advised that trickle irrigation (which could be as simple as a garden hose turned down very slow) is the way to go.  I was also told to fertilize lightly.  Mine took 3 years to look full, and I am within (or very close to) sabal's native range. It was worth the wait. This palm is a distinctive feature in my landscape, quietly contributing some interest and flair. I also like them, if space allows, in clusters of 3 different heights. Good luck with your project!

The seller offers regenerated and fresh cut. I want the regenerated to make sure they make it.  Sabal palms are one of my favorite and here in San Antonio they look evergreen every winter.  I've lost a few palms that I shouldn't have planted in the first place but now I only grow the right cold hardy palms in my yard. I already grow 4 Washingtonia Filiferas but to replace my Robusta I'm going to plant a Sabal Palmetto.  It will be rewarding. Thank you for the information.  

[RJ]

5 hours ago, MarcusH said:

A little while back I have mentioned that I'm going to buy a Sabal Palmetto from a private seller in Houston.  He's charging $375 for a 8 ft clear trunk and I think $425 for 10 footers.  Anyway, does anyone have any experiences buying regenerated sabal palms ? What are the survival rates since I won't get any kind of warranty but I refuse to pay nearly $3000 at the nursery.  I do the installation myself.  

I’m shopping for sabal’s, I can find hurricane cut ones for as low as $250 but most are ~$350 ish . The closest regenerated ones I can find are about an hour from me. I will have to transport and plant them myself , which isn’t a problem. Buying regenerated you’re basically getting a 2 year head start on the crown, and a much better survival rate. Here are the prices I was given. 
 

 

 

[Chester B]

@Manalto sounds like you got a fresh dug one.  That's where they chop off the roots and cut all the fronds off, so it's similar to how they ship Tree ferns (D Antarctica).  Regenerated is when they take these fresh dug ones and put them in pots or some container with soil and give them a year or two to regrow some of their roots and crown.  Generally these are considered a better bet to get because they have already recovered from the shock of being removed and you get a years worth of regrowth.  Less chances for failure when you plant them.

[LeonardHolmes]

I've had good luck with mine.  I featured it here: 

I did have a nursery install it and I installed a soaker hose and I watered it almost daily at first and now more like once a week in the summer.  Here's a pic from last October: