New Pygmy Palm, Flax & Red Banana Struggling in San Diego Heat? Check Planting Technique First

Recently planted pygmy palm, flax, and red banana in San Diego heat. Used multipurpose soil mixed with dirt, watering with B-1. All struggling. Ideas?

Planting Technique Is Usually the Culprit

Nick asks for details:

• Were pot-bound roots loosened?
• Was hole backfilled with water to eliminate air pockets?
• Daily irrigation to keep root ball moist?
• Planted at exact same depth as container?

If All Correct: Transplant Shock

Plants may just need time. But technique errors (buried flare, air pockets, dry root ball) are common and fixable if caught early.