Windmill Palm Cold Damage: Wait Until Late April

Q: Three-year-old windmill palm browned after tarp cover during cold snap.

A: Established windmill palms tolerate ~10°F, but youth increases tenderness. Brown fronds are bad sign. Wait until late April for final verdict.

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