Palm Tree – Pygmy Date Palm
Pygmy Date Palm
Botanical name: phoenix roebelenii
Beginner friendly?: moderate
Average size at maturity: can reach 3-10 ft in height with a 6-8 ft spread if grown in tropical or indoor environments
Hardy zone: zones 10-12
Growth rate: can grow up to 1 ft per year if grown in tropical or indoor environments
Foliage color: green
Flower color: yellow
Bloom time: spring, summer
Pruning instructions: remove drown withered fronds as needed
Propagation methods: propagate by seed sowing
Landscape use: accent tree for small garden, tropical landscapes, borders, container tree
Special features: pet-friendly, disease resistant, heat tolerant
Light needs: at least 6 hours of sun per day
Watering instructions: allow the top 2 inches of soil to dry out between watering sessions
Fertilizing instructions : use a slow-release fertilizer once a year in the early spring to encourage new growth
Best time to plant: spring
Best type of soil: sand, loam
Companion plants: bird of paradise, croton, bromeliads, sago palm, agave
Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and petsÂ
Invasive species: no
