Palm Tree – Parlor Palm
Parlor Palm
Botanical name: chamaedore elegans
Beginner friendly?: yes
Average size at maturity: 6-16 ft in height with a 3 ft spread
Hardy zone: zones 10-12
Foliage color: green
Flower color: yellow
Bloom time: summer
Growth rate: grows about 1 ft per year
Pruning instructions: prune brown fronds in the winter/early spring
Propagation methods: propagate by seed sowing
Landscape use: accent plant, container plant, porch accent, entry way
Special features: disease resistant, shade tolerant, heat tolerant, pet-friendly
Light needs: 3-5 hours of sun per day
Watering instructions: allow the top 2-4 inches of soil to dry between watering sessions
Fertilizing instructions : use a slow-release palm tree fertilizer once a month throughout the summer months
Best time to plant: spring
Best type of soil: loam, sand
Companion plants: peace lily, spider plant, cast iron plants, pothos
Toxicity level: non-toxic to humans and petsÂ
Invasive species: no
