Trees, Shrubs and Conifers: Leaning King Palms - Problem?, 1 by cnswift

cnswift wrote:
Hello,

Here is a photo of the king palm in question. It was planted 7 months ago and has been doing pretty well. It has put out 2 or 3 new leaves since then, and I usually have these long 'spears' that eventually turn into the palm frond. The spears typically stand very straight. Recently I noticed that this one had it's spears starting to lean in. Is this a sign of something happening? Not enough water maybe as I cut back the watering in this bed? I have another king in a different part of my yard that was planted at the same time who's 'spears' have never opened in the same 7 months but otherwise the tree is unchanged - is that something to be concerned about? I was warned by my landscaper that they never look that great when they're first transplanted.

For site conditions, I try to keep the soil moist since I've heard that they like lots of water. I also have mulched around the base and added furtilizer: "Gro Power Palm and Tropical 9-3-9". They also have an aerator placed by my landscaper about 18" from the trunk.

I really appreciate any advise or comments to help out. I love my palms and would even like to plant a few more. They are so beautiful and really make a striking tropical presence in my landscape.

Thanks a bunch! Christina