[Arid_gardener] Re: Mexican Fan Palm-'hair-like' matting.

[Olin Miller]

I'm not sure if the "hair-like matting" is the dry leaf thatch.  If so, it 
may be removed or allowed to hang naturally.  Some people find it 
attractive.  Most have it removed.  You will find information about palm 
tree care in "AZ1021 Palms - Arizona Landscape Palms " at
http://cals.arizona.edu/pubs/garden/az1021.pdf

Olin Miller, Master Gardener Volunteer
U of A Cooperative Extension, Maricopa County AZ
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----- Original Message ----- From: <bobchater40 at hotmail.com>
Sent: Saturday, March 01, 2008 11:40 AM
> Mr Bob Chater,  CV6 6DL>
> Hello,
> Coventry,West Midlands,UK
> Could you please give me some advice regarding the care of a 16ft high 
> Mexican Fan Palm which I have 'Inherited' with my new house and garden.
> The 18 inch diameter trunk is covered with a dense 'hair-like' matting. 
> Do I need to
> trim this matting occasionally?