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Pygmy Date Palm Over-Pruned by Lawn Crew

Can a Pygmy Palm Regrow Lower Fronds After Severe Trunk Exposure?

Lawn crew trimmed pygmy palm from bottom, exposing 3 ft of trunk. Owner devastated.

Clarification

Nick asks: Is it a Pygmy Date Palm? Proper trim exposes trunk and some crown; fronds should hang at "9am-3pm" angle. Follow up for specific assessment.

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