JULY IS THE BEST MONTH TO PLANT QUEEN PALMS

Moon Valley Nursery has an abundant and amazing inventory of Queen Palms. These trees have been a staple in the Southwest and have transformed the desert into an oasis. Adaptability of the Queen Palm is a natural fit to the Southwest and thrives in the summer soil. Summer months are the best time to plant your Queen Palms from Moon Valley Nursery.

When the soil temperatures are on the increase, this presents an ideal environment to plant Queen Palms. Root growth is significantly reduced at soil temperatures below 65° F. Soil temperature in the Southwest consistently is above this threshold during the month of July; therefore root growth is not stunted, but rather stimulated during the summer. The first winter is the most stressful period for a newly planted palm tree. By planting Queen Palms in July, they will get 5 to 6 months to establish a strong root system before the first frost.

Planting Queen Palms in July has another advantage. As we enter into the Monsoon season, this brings supplementary rainfall. The rainfall that we receive during the Monsoon helps establish the newly planted or transplanted Queen Palm during this critical establishment period.

Queen Palm Facts at a Glance

• In Arizona average height is 25-30 ft. tall
• Smooth straight grey trunk ringed with evenly spaced leaf scars and topped with a large canopy of feathery plumes
• Lacy fronds are a dark glossy green and have double rows of leaflets.

Moon Valley Nursery has the Best Selection and the Best Prices on all Queen Palms. Visit any of our locations or call 602-938-MOON. Take advantage of the season to plant your Queen Palms.