Chamaerops humilis

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Mediterranean Fan Palm

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Slow growing to 20' tall but very hardy, the Mediterranean Fan palm is clump forming with rich green foliage. It can be used as a good container subject. It does best in full sun or partial shade. Petioles have sharp spines.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree, Palm

 

Height Range

3-6', 6-12'

 

Flower Color

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Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Green, Blue Green

 

Bark Color

Brown

 

Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Low

 

Growth Rate

Slow

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

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Design Styles

Formal, Mediterranean, Spanish, Tropical, Water Garden

 

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Foliage

 

Seasonal Interest

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Location Uses

Foundation, Patio, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, Walls / Fences

 

Special Uses

Container

 

Attracts Wildlife

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Water Saving Tip:

Different areas of your landscape have different water requirements.

Shrubs need much less water than lawns and drip systems should never be scheduled on the same program with lawns.

Establish separate watering schedules for those areas.