pygmy date palm (Phoenix Roebelenii) - Shade trees

Grow conditions

Sunlight

Full sun, Partial sun

Hardiness zone

10-11

Minimum temperature

30°F (−1°C)

Soil type

Loam, Sandy, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline

pygmy date palm

Phoenix Roebelenii

Grow conditions

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial sun
Hardiness zone: 10-11
Minimum temperature: 30°F (−1°C)
Soil type: Loam, Sandy, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH: Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline

Plant traits

Mature height6 ft-12 ft

Mature width5 ft-8 ft

Plant typeShade trees

Bloom seasonSpring, Summer

Foliage typeEvergreen

Tolerance & safety

Drought tolerant❌No

Fire tolerant❌No

Pet safe❌toxic

Deer resistant✅Yes

Pollinator-friendly—Bees

pygmy date palm (Phoenix Roebelenii) - Shade trees

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