Palm Quality

If the palm has a root ball extending from about 8 inches to 2 feet beyond the trunk for palms less than 16 feet tall, a palm trunk free of mechanical wounds and/or wounds from incorrect pruning, a full crown of healthy, vigorous fronds, and a uniform trunk diameter, then the pal is high quality. However, if the palm has trunk selections of varying diameter or small diameter below the terminal bud, a trunk with wounds from mechanical impacts or incorrect pruning, and few fronds, poor color for the species, or pest infestation, then the palm is low quality.

Palm Selection

In selecting palm is like those for selecting trees. Here are some of the factors to be considered in selecting a palm. These are questions that will help you choose the right tree for the right place.

1. Why plant palm? Is it for your landscape?
2. What is the size and location of the soil or planting site? Is it large, medium, or small palm? Are there any other trees in the planting site?
3. What is your soil condition? Is the soil deep, fertile, and well drained, or is it shallow, compacted, and infertile?
4. How much maintenance are you willing to provide?