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Browse our complete selection of premium trees, hedges, and palms.
Sunlight
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Soil Type
Well-drained, organically rich, slightly acidic
Best Growing Area
Southern California, USDA Zones 10-11, tropical areas
Next Steps
Contact us to inquire about Pygmy Date Palm availability for your project.
Mature Height
6-10 ft
Mature Width
6-8 ft
Growth Rate
Slow
Hardiness Zone
9 - 11
Maintenance
Medium (Requires careful pruning of old fronds)
Bloom Season
Spring
Flower Color
Cream/Yellow (Insignificant)
Foliage
Fine, delicate, arching green fronds
Pet Safety
Non-toxic to pets (but watch out for sharp spines)
The Pygmy Date Palm is a popular miniature palm perfect for small gardens or containers. It requires well-draining soil and regular watering, especially during the hot summer months. Be careful of the sharp spines at the base of the fronds when pruning or working around the plant. It can tolerate full sun but looks best with some afternoon shade in extremely hot climates. Feed twice a year with a slow-release palm fertilizer to maintain deep green foliage and prevent potassium deficiency (which causes frizzled leaf tips). Water at the base to prevent crown rot.
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