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Sago Palm frond yellowing

8 years ago

I had hoped this would put out a new flush of leaves, but it is almost Aug and no signs of

new growth. It is currently outside for the summer in dappled light.

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User

8 years ago

You may not have enough summer heat to its liking. I would repot it into a somewhat bigger container with excellent draining soil (I work some orchid media into their soil mix, some coarse sand, and perlite). You can try feeding it, then put in your hottest outdoor position. Against a south-facing wall, etc.

I have several larger Sagos. Some had cold damage issues to a greater or lesser extent after the winter from he//. They have since defoliated, now hoping for a second flush of leaves.

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tropicbreezent
8 years ago
The fronds don't usually mature and die off like that. They usually brown/yellow off. Could be a mineral deficiency.
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User
8 years ago
Questions to consider:

1.) Does it need a bigger pot? Cycads don't like to feel too cramped in their pots (unlike palms which seem to like it a bit snug). Just make sure your soil drains very well.

2.) Are you feeding it anything? What?

3.) What are your temperatures like? They need tropical heat to do anything (85-90 F. or higher by day).

4.) When did go out for the season?

If everything has been to its liking, you are right to be wondering what's up with it. Don't give up on it though.
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Sans2014
Original Author
8 years ago
last modified: 8 years ago
I've not been feeding it. It was repotted last year. It has been a mild summer low 80's to mid 70's most of the time. June. Several years ago the fronds all yellowed off and dried up but by July it had new leaves to replace the one it was losing. This year I don't even see any attempt to do such.
Sans2014
Original Author
8 years ago
last modified: 8 years ago
yeah, mine started to go south last winter, I was hoping summer would be a cure all. I think I might just give your suggestions a try. Nothing to lose. Thanks! Oh, is standard houseplant liquid fertilizer good or is there something better?
User
8 years ago
I use Miracle Grow liquid. One high in Nitrogen. They prefer soils that are slightly acid, it would be fine to use the brand for acid-lovers
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Sans2014
Original Author
8 years ago
I have Liquid Miracle Grow Houseplant Food, will that do?
User
8 years ago
last modified: 8 years ago
Yes.

P.S., Tomorrow, will post pics of some my ol'timers.
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