[sunny46]

We lost 3 queen palms, so we are trying to gather more info before replacing them. What about the European Fan and does anyone know how much we can expect to pay for a 30 gallon one and the install? Thanks for your help.

[travelguy]

Village Palms always has a good selection of European Fan Palms. A 30 gallon tree usually cost $300.00 which includes delivery and installation. The nursery is located on CR 466, just before Rolling Acres Rd. in Lady Lake.

[mulligan]

Be very careful because if the cause of your previous palm's demise was ganoderma, or butt rot, you shouldn't put any species of palm back in the same location. The disease is in the soil.

[jimbo2012]

you can also shop Home Depot, 1 year guaranty

30 gal $125-$150

[JP]

I like european palms, fan palms and sylvester palms.

The european and fan are more low growing over a longer period of time, the sylvester palm is very pretty with a very distinct trunk and a nice canopy.

I would think if you were replacing queen palms, the sylvester may be the best choice due to its look and height.

[jimbo2012]

Well if you want the look of a Queen without the problems a Mule will be my first choice.

[Bonanza]

Originally Posted by sunny46

We lost 3 queen palms, so we are trying to gather more info before replacing them. What about the European Fan and does anyone know how much we can expect to pay for a 30 gallon one and the install? Thanks for your help.

Instead of a palm, have you considered a "real" tree?

A shade tree, perhaps, or an ornamental flowering tree?

Why does it have to be another palm?
You may have a problem when you plant in the exact same place.

[jebartle]

The best replacement, ANYTHING but a Palm....LOTS of maintenance and the roaches LOVE them!

Originally Posted by jimbo2012

Well if you want the look of a Queen without the problems a Mule will be my first choice.

[redwitch]

Another vote for anything but a palm. Central Florida is not in the tropics. Palms belong elsewhere. They're prone to diseases, attract bugs and rats. Yup, Miami can have 'em.

[tainsley]

I have five different palms (Chinese fan palm, Sylvester, three trunk queen, Washingtonian, robellini) that were planted about 2.5 years ago. They are all thriving. Have never seen bugs or rats! Hope it continues! I do protect the robellini in the cold weather by wrapping it.

[jimbo2012]

Originally Posted by tainsley

I have five different palms (Chinese fan palm, Sylvester, three trunk queen, Washingtonian, robellini) that were planted about 2.5 years ago. They are all thriving. Have never seen bugs or rats! Hope it continues! I do protect the robellini in the cold weather by wrapping it.

I agree, and I have over 30 palms, love 'em

[Bonanza]

Originally Posted by tainsley

I have five different palms (Chinese fan palm, Sylvester, three trunk queen, Washingtonian, robellini) that were planted about 2.5 years ago. They are all thriving. Have never seen bugs or rats! Hope it continues! I do protect the robellini in the cold weather by wrapping it.

You have all those palms and have never seen bugs???!?
Generally, you will never see cockroaches except at night
and that goes for many other bugs.

One thing I can promise you is that they ARE there and
they are plentiful!

[gomoho]

I love my palms, especially the one planted right by my enclosed lanai - when the windows are open the sound of the fronds rustling in the breeze can't be beat. Haven't had a problem. Also had them in Jax Beach and never had a problem. I think this is an urban myth.

[jimbo2012]

Originally Posted by gomoho

I think this is an urban myth.

I agree without proof aka pics here in TV & based on my palms I don't see the bugs.

I did read however that the dead fronds need to be trimmed if those are left there is chance the bugs will find a spot in decaying fronds.

Not sure why folks wish to find fault with these beautiful plants

[getdul981]

Originally Posted by jimbo2012

I agree without proof aka pics here in TV & based on my palms I don't see the bugs.

I did read however that the dead fronds need to be trimmed if those are left there is chance the bugs will find a spot in decaying fronds.

Not sure why folks wish to find fault with these beautiful plants

Don't the anoles eat the roaches or at least their eggs? I haven't seen any roaches or much of anything like that, but I sure have seen plenty of anoles.