How to Remove Black Fungus from Palm Trees.

The foxtail palm is a thornless palm tree that grows in the U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 10 and 11.It is generally disease free, but young palms can be affected by leaf spots.A leaf spot is a brown to yellow disease.The disease can be controlled with proper cultural care.In severe cases, applying a fungicide may be necessary.

The foxtail palm is a thornless palm tree that grows in the U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 10 and 11.It is generally disease free, but young palms can be affected by leaf spots.A leaf spot is a brown to yellow disease.The disease can be controlled with proper cultural care.In severe cases, applying a fungicide may be necessary.

Water should be near the base of the palm tree.This prevents leaf wetness which can lead to diseases.

After each cut, wipe the blades with a rag and mix one part bleach to nine parts water.The spread of diseases from one part of the palm tree to another is stopped by this.

Any plant debris that has fallen to the ground should be removed and destroyed.

The foxtail palm needs to be fertilized every three months.For every 1,000 square feet of foxtail palm canopy, apply 15 pounds of thefertilizer.Palm trees that suffer from a deficiency are more likely to have problems.

A liquid copper fungicide concentrate should be put in 1 gallon of water.If you want to transfer the solution to a pump sprayer, mix thoroughly.The foxtail palm can be sprayed with a copper fungicide that covers the entire tree.The treatment should be repeated at seven to 10 days intervals.