natedogg1026

All right, let me start by saying that I didn't mean to cause such a ruckus on this forum. When I first posted this I had no idea about the rarity of the needle, I'm new to palms. Nor did I mean to offend anyone by suggesting taking from the wild. I can't say I agree with everything said but a lot of good points were made. I have decided against taking anything from the wild in an attempt to respect nature. Everyone has their views on what is right and wrong when dealing with nature but I think it is important to keep an open mind. Hopefully someone can lead me in the right direction on finding a decent size palm for my garden. I am way to impatient to grow from seed or nurture a tiny plant for 10 years but I can work with a "good start". Everyone thanks for the suggestions and the input. Let me know if anything arises. NNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNAAAAAAAAATTTTTTTTTTEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE

__________________
Banana's are a safe addiction. Right?Maybe I need classes.

bigdog

Hey Nate, no harm done man. No harm intended either! If you consider the cost of gas for a trip to Texas for you, plus lodging, food, etc., you can get a good-sized palm shipped to you for cheaper more than likely, and it will be much more likely to live. I don't know about their inventory, but Jungle Music in CA has lots of large-sized palms for sale. You might try Horticultural Consultants in Houston, TX also. They both have great websites too. Good luck with your search. I can understand being impatient! Best,

Frank

austinl01

Nate, no problem! I just wanted to educate you about the native palms. They are really interesting, and if you ever get a chance, it's fun searching for them. You really can't appreciate palms growing in their native environment until you see them for yourself. Then, you will have a whole new appreciation for them. Email or PM me if you'd like some good sources.

__________________
Austin
Arkansas River Valley

Average January Low: 31°F, Average August High: 92°F
Extreme Winter Lows: 5-15°F, Extreme Summer Highs: 100-112°F, Annual Precipitation: 52 inches

JoeS475

Nate, while possibly not as hardy as you're looking for, I got a good size Washingtonia Robusta, the Mexican Fan Palm, for $39.99 at a local nursery. I believe it was a Monrovia plant. In its pot it is as tall as me (to the top of the leaves), with a solid trunk.

For New Jersey I'll have to bring it indoors for the winter, but further south who knows?

Best of luck!

~Joe

__________________

Tony O

I too, should have some extra S. minor -Texas eco type- seeds later this fall. This is the 4th year I've gotten seeds from this plant with really great germination.

I may even have some fair size potted Needles, Tracheys, & several verities of Sables that I could part with.

__________________