Foxtail Palm Freeze Damage in Houston: The Long Wait for Recovery Signs

All Fronds Brown After 25°F, 24-Hour Freeze

Four 10-ft foxtails in Houston, unprotected: all fronds brown including center spear. Verdict takes weeks to months.

Only Action

• Proper irrigation.
• Wait and watch crown.
• New spear = life. Mushy crown = death.

Why Foxtails Are Risky Here

Houston is zone 9a; foxtails are marginal. This freeze likely killed many. Survivors will be weakened for next winter.