I would like to hear about the experiences that anyone has had with growing palms from seed. In late June, I planted about 80 seeds (6 different varieties) and have used attic heat in my garage to speed up the process. The least hardy of the varieties (Wash. Robusta, Phoenix Dactylifera & Ph. Canariensis -- listed in order of germination) began sprouting between 20 and 40+ days - it has been very satisfying to see these seedlings grow. Approximately one-half of the Robusta and Dactylifera seeds germinated within 35 days - the Canary's are not sprouting nearly as fast, but according to the package they were not supposed to germinate for 90+ days anyway, so I'm not complaining!

That said, I'm not sure that I really have the patience to grow the "hardier" palms from seed. After 70+ days, I am still waiting on the hardier varieties to sprout (Trachycarpus Fortunei, Butia Capitata & Brahea Armata). I realize that the stated germination times for these varieties (3 to 12 months) has not even arrived yet, but based on my experience with the relatively quick germination rates from the other varieties, I would have expected to see at least 1 or 2 sprouts from these other palm seeds...

It is far too soon for me to start "picking apart" my seedling pots to see if anything is happening yet, so please comfort me 😉 by sharing your germination experiences. Even though I know that time will take care of at least some of these seeds, there is no way for me to know for sure (... and the thought of waiting 12 months for something and/or anything to happen may just kill me!).

Anybody's experiences, comments, techniques (both successful and unsuccessful) and suggestions would be welcome.