05/30/2026
🌴 If your palm trees have been pruned recently — this is worth 2 minutes of your time.
Palm weevil infestations in San Diego, Orange County, and Riverside move fast. Most of the damage happens inside the tree, weeks before anything looks wrong from the outside. By the time fronds start wilting or the crown collapses, saving the palm is usually no longer possible.
We put together a full breakdown of what's actually happening by season, which palm species are most at risk across SoCal, and what the treatment window looks like month by month. 👇
Palm weevil infestations are often fatal by the time symptoms appear. AG Pest explains treatment timing, at-risk palm species, and professional control programs across SoCal.