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Palm Trees of Pembroke Falls One of the many beautiful features of Pembroke Falls is the variety of Palm Trees we maintain and the ambiance it helps to create. There are (9) nine palm trees at our main Sheridan Gatehouse. First is a beautiful Canary Island Date in the median end cap with Stately Royals; Robellinis; Foxtails; Coconuts; Bismarck’s; Sable; Red Gum and a small cluster of European Fans by the guardhouse. People may not know particular species but appreciate their beauty. Inside the gates we have; a Majesty (Triangle), Queen Palms, Washingtonians, Adonidas (Christmas) Medjool Date, Sylvester, Sago, Cabbage, Bottle, and Cardboard Palms that are cycads and Ponytails that are Bulbs. Palms need essential nutrients; they must be fertilized 4 times annually. Nutrients include Nitrogen, Magnesium Sulphate (Epsom Salt) and Boron. These nutrients are sold in granular, liquid and spikes at local hardware stores. The liquid is injected at the outer spread of the Fronds for trees in the medians and on the slopes near the lakes to help reduce runoff into the lakes. Granular is applied topically in wide open areas where the lawns absorb any excess. Spikes are effective, but the most expensive option. Signs of nutrient deficiency are frizzle top, growth from the sides, bent trunks, and diseases such as necropsy of the meristem. It is always more cost effective to feed and care for an existing plant rather than having to replace it. For more information please visit: http://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/broward/
Roy O Mc Donald
