What palm trimming includes
We remove dead and hanging fronds and, if you want, the seed pods. Green, healthy fronds feed the palm, so we leave them. Cutting a palm down to a few fronds at the top may look tidy for a while, but it weakens the tree.
Why palms need trimming in the Valley
Dry fronds hanging under the crown can catch fire and they drop in monsoon wind. Fruit and seed pods stain patios and pools and bring pests. A clean palm is safer and easier to live with.
When to trim
Many people trim after the palm flowers, in late spring or summer, so the pods come off before they drop. Dead fronds can come off any time.
What affects the price
The number of palms and the add-ons: seed pod removal, haul-away and fertilizer. The estimate on this page shows a range, and we confirm the final price after we review your project.