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Graspher
04-20-2020, 02:58 PM
Looking for a professional who can diagnose any palm problems - has the experience/knowledge to resolve palm problems along with appropriately trimming a palm.
I don’t know what type of palms we have - just moved in and am busy with a bunch of other stuff so haven’t researched but want to address the palms now as they look a little rough.
TIA to the good folks on TOTV..!!
villagetinker
04-20-2020, 04:20 PM
Call Tree Frog landscaping service, I will post phone number if i can find it. The other option, take photos for the trees and problems and send to master gardener. I have dealt with both and had very good service from both.
perrjojo
04-20-2020, 05:04 PM
Call Tree Frog landscaping service, I will post phone number if i can find it. The other option, take photos for the trees and problems and send to master gardener. I have dealt with both and had very good service from both.
Agree with Tree Frog
Houselover
04-20-2020, 05:36 PM
I have used Tree Frog..Not the cheapest but neither is replacing your trees.. His phone 352-446-5043
John_W
04-20-2020, 05:57 PM
I had a Sylvester Palm that had some unusual growth, so I stopped at KB Nursery on 462 in Wildwood. They gave the website for the University of Florida Sumter Agricultural Community Extension, attn: Jim Davis.
I emailed him a couple of photos of the tree, and within two days he sent me back a full response.
UF/IFAS Extension Contact Jim Davis (https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/sumter/who-we-are/)
Here's is one of about 3 photos I sent him last August, I was going to have the 7 year old tree removed.
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Here's the tree 8 months later, had about 10' of old growth removed from the top, irrigation was adjusted, palm fertilized and rocks replaced and some new shrubs added, all done by Terrascape of Wildwood.
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Chi-Town
04-20-2020, 06:54 PM
Looking for a professional who can diagnose any palm problems - has the experience/knowledge to resolve palm problems along with appropriately trimming a palm.
I don’t know what type of palms we have - just moved in and am busy with a bunch of other stuff so haven’t researched but want to address the palms now as they look a little rough.
TIA to the good folks on TOTV..!!
Photo?
jebartle
04-21-2020, 03:20 AM
Looking for a professional who can diagnose any palm problems - has the experience/knowledge to resolve palm problems along with appropriately trimming a palm.
I don’t know what type of palms we have - just moved in and am busy with a bunch of other stuff so haven’t researched but want to address the palms now as they look a little rough.
TIA to the good folks on TOTV..!!
We trimmed all of ours one foot below the ground. You might note after any storm, villages palms shed everywhere, plus the bugs love them.
big guy
04-21-2020, 07:12 AM
Looking for a professional who can diagnose any palm problems - has the experience/knowledge to resolve palm problems along with appropriately trimming a palm.
I don’t know what type of palms we have - just moved in and am busy with a bunch of other stuff so haven’t researched but want to address the palms now as they look a little rough.
TIA to the good folks on TOTV..!!
Go to treesaregood.com and then click on 'Find an Arborist' and there will be a list, albeit, a short one but you should feel confident that those on the list are the best. Tree Frog will be on that list. Anyone can slap a magnetic sign on a truck declaring themselves a tree service.
jimbo2012
04-21-2020, 07:40 AM
Go to palmtalk.org more experts to get input post pictures
they are great resource
You said you're busy make the time
dennisgavin
04-21-2020, 07:51 AM
We trimmed all of ours one foot below the ground. You might note after any storm, villages palms shed everywhere, plus the bugs love them.
Trimmed one foot below the ground?? Don't get it.
One another note, I have seen many trees with mulch built up way too high on the trunk. Mulch or stone should not go above root line. Area where root ball transitions to the bark on the trunk. trapping moisture around trunk brings disease and bugs. Not good!
Sedlecky
04-21-2020, 08:33 AM
Tree Frog is an amazing professional and knowledgeable company. Nobody better.
Graspher
04-21-2020, 08:58 AM
Photo?
Bingo!
The first photo reflects a neglected palm (located in backyard so appears previous owner never bothered with it) - second photo shows palm in front yard and it appears to be in better condition.
Graspher
04-21-2020, 09:00 AM
John-W = WOW....what a save - thanks for taking the time to share story/photos/link - most appreciated!
Graspher
04-21-2020, 09:03 AM
Villagetinker - my man! Thanks for the hookups - hope ur sprain has gotten better!
RalphM
04-21-2020, 09:03 AM
Tree Frog: Kanani Morris 352-446-5043
Graspher
04-21-2020, 09:06 AM
Thanks bigguy and jimbo and the rest of u fine folks for all the insights.
U folks are an outstanding resource!!!
erojohn
04-21-2020, 10:58 AM
Check out the library. They have a seminar on caring for palm trees. Coming from the northern climate it is a whole new game. We and most trimmers were doing all the right things to commit palmicide. It was aronund an hour. Very informative. Suggested using a product called lesco there is a company you can order from the deliver to your driveway.
Graspher
04-21-2020, 11:40 AM
Check out the library. They have a seminar on caring for palm trees. Coming from the northern climate it is a whole new game. We and most trimmers were doing all the right things to commit palmicide. It was aronund an hour. Very informative. Suggested using a product called lesco there is a company you can order from the deliver to your driveway.
Most wonderful - thanks!
prntxpresn
04-21-2020, 12:22 PM
Yes,Tree Frog & Google it
Bogie Shooter
04-21-2020, 02:04 PM
Lesco products available at SiteOne in Leesburg.
Certified Arborist Stanage Tree Service
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duhbear
04-21-2020, 04:32 PM
I agree with the Tree Frog whose number is 352 446 5043.
Graspher
04-23-2020, 09:06 PM
And so it will be....
big guy
04-30-2020, 09:11 PM
Looking for a professional who can diagnose any palm problems - has the experience/knowledge to resolve palm problems along with appropriately trimming a palm.
I don’t know what type of palms we have - just moved in and am busy with a bunch of other stuff so haven’t researched but want to address the palms now as they look a little rough.
TIA to the good folks on TOTV..!!
Go to treesaregood.com then click on Find an Arborist. Arborists are not necessarily more expensive since they will save you money in the long run.
Graspher
04-30-2020, 10:27 PM
Thanks yes - am now hooked up with the Frog.
Dr Winston O Boogie jr
06-16-2020, 11:59 AM
Tree Frog: Kanani Morris 352-446-5043
I just called them to schedule a palm trimming and was told that they could schedule me for the first week in August.
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