Coconut Mike just had a Pindo fruit in he's in Zone 5A (Montreal) not exactly sure what protection method he uses on the Pindo.

I think Mike uses is 2 inch? (or thicker) Styrofoam enclosure, then wraps it all up and uses 1 small light bulb on a thermocube to add light..and to a degree heat inside. He over winters quite a few on his property that way, so he must have a great place to store those Styrofoam panels when not is use.

Pindo's only fruit at minimum 8'-10ft, 10-12 years specimens at least. Unfortunately a 4' Pindo, may have to wait a few years yet, as they are relatively slow growers.
Styrofoam box method is usually the best bet. Fertilize Spring and Summer only, with lots of water in the first few years. Dry soil to overwinter.

I've asked Mike to do a detailed video of his process. With all of his success, guess I don't know why more of us don't simply copy his method. Styrofoam is cheap, but I still would have to deal with storage with all the palms I have, plus 1 light bulb would be less costly to have on than a string of Christmas lights.

I try this winter the mummywrapping protection on 3 Butia, 1 at my home and 2 at my customers north of Montréal. I verified few time the one i have at my home, and its looking alive with a few burn tips at the top of the palm ( i opened the top for evacuating the excess of heat, thats what cause the burn tips). If that method works, it will be easier to protect all palms. No more box.
Ill post videos soon when the temp. will warm up.
Check on my Youtube channel Under expression tropicale for more videos !

Ben

Will be anxious to see the videos. I would assume moisture held so close to the trunk would rot it or damage it in some way.

I sprayed the palms with fongicide/bactericide before, there s a space of about 1-2 inches between the palm and the protection. Thats allow the moisture to go to the ground. And i made an opening on the side and the top of the protection to allow some ventilation. And for now it work not to bad 😉 ...

Ben

Will look forward to your videos.

This video goes over how I did it:
http://youtu.be/GlUKrxCVVgw

Hope it helps. I love pindo palms, but not easy.

good video..where did the waggies come from cus im gunna need a new one..

Waggies from Cistus and Jungle Music. Pindo palms were from local box stores, Lowes and Home depot.

Heres a pic of mine,between the Washy and Takil.

If you want one to fruit soon -just plant as big a one as you can get.

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OP, drive down to the Dallas Farmer's Market in March or April. Very large pindo palm specimens are for sale. Bring a large pickup truck (and tarp) or a van. Can be a long day trip from Wichita or a pleasant weekend. Drop by the Dallas Aquarium to admire the colossal Chilean wine palm while you are there, and eat at an In-and-Out burger to admire the crossed palmettos.

Hardy Jim....Didn't know you had a Pindo in the ground. How long has it been in the ground and do you over winter it like your other palms?

Is it just a regular Pindo?