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Phoenix roebelenii

Pygmy Date Palm, Roebelin Palm

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Normans/George/Jacobs

 

Description

This tree will grow to about 10' tall and has dark green, spiny petiole foliage. It does well in full sun to heavy shade; it likes moderate to heavy irrigation, but can take periods of dryness.

 

Plant Type

Palm

Height Range

1-3', 3-6', 6-12'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Half, Shade

Water

Low, Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

n/a

Accenting Features

Multi-trunk Tree, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Entry, Foundation, Indoor, Patio, Swimming Pool

Special Uses

Container

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.

One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.