With over 4200 species of Palms, growing in rain forests, harsh deserts and cool mountain regions, the choices are diverse and varied.
Due to the "adventitious" root system , the root-ball of a Palm occupies a small area, making them ideal for landscaping in close proximity to structures, walkways and pools. They can even thrive in a decorative planter for many years.
Palms respond best to well-draining soils and should be fertilized 3-4 times annually.
Palms of the order "Principes", are the Princes of the plant kingdom.
Scientific Name: Syagrus romanzoffiana
Common Name: Queen palm
Typical height: 40’
Growth Rate: Fast
Hardiness Zone:10A-11
Characteristics: Straight trunk to 40’ tall with arching bright green, glossy leaves that range 10-15’ long. Grows rapidly with water and fertilizer.
Scientific Name: Archontophoenix cunninghamnia
Common Name: King palm
Typical height: 30’
Growth Rate: Moderate
Hardiness Zone:10A-11
Characteristics: They tolerate shade and require moderate water. Have 10-15’ spread with smooth green trunks creating an elegant look. This is a very popular palm for contractors and homeowners.
Scientific Name: Phoenix roebellini
Common Name: Pygmy date palm
Typical height: 6-10’
Growth rate: Slow
Hardiness Zone: 10A-11
Characteristics: Usually multi-trunk (nursery), fine leaves, requires moisture, will tolerate full sun, however it thrives in part shade. These palms grow slowly, but are always worth the wait.
Scientific Name: Phoenix Canariensis
Common Name: Canary Island date palm
Typical height: 40’
Growth Rate: Slow
Hardiness Zone: 8B-11
Characteristics: Big, thick trunk pineapple like shaped palm with dull deep green foliage. It requires ample room for potential future growth. Drought tolerant, and temperature hardy.
Scientific Name: Trachycarpus Fortunei
Common Name: Chinese Windmill palm
Typical height: 25’
Growth Rate: Slow
Hardiness Zone: 8-10b
Characteristics: One of the hardiest palms available being able to withstand very cold temperatures. It has a slender trunk covered with dense hairy fiber. These palms also grow very well in beach ares, such as many parts of San Diego.
Scientific Name: Chamaerops humilis
Common Name: Mediterranean fan palm
Typical height: 10’
Growth rate: Slow
Hardiness Zone: 8-11
Characteristics: They achieve optimal growth in full sun. Leaves green to bluish green. Usually develop several trunks slowly from offshoots creating a unique look especially when larger in size.
Scientific Name: Washingtonia Robusta
Common Name: Mexican fan palm
Typical height: 90’
Growth Rate: Fast
Hardiness Zone: 8-11
Characteristics: Very fast growing, with bright green fan shaped leaves 4-6’ wide. It will tolerate poor soil but grows faster in good conditions. This palm is known for its use up and down the streets in Los Angeles and Hollywood.
Scientific Name: Brahea armata
Common Name: Mexican blue/Blue hesper palm
Typical height: 30’-40’
Growth Rate: Slow
Hardiness Zone: 9b-11
Characteristics: This palm has dramatic icy blue foliage. It takes drought , heat and down to18 degrees. Despite its slow growth, the color of the foliage adds variety to the landscape.
Scientific Name: Butia Capitata
Common Name: Pindo/Jelly palm
Typical height: 12-15’
Growth Rate: Slow
Hardiness Zone: 8-10b
Characteristics: Thick heavy trunk with blue-green arching foliage, requires average water and high to moderate sunlight, perfect for Riverside County. We have many Pindo Palms in stock, call for details.
Scientific Name: Bismarkia nobilis
Common Name: Bismark palm
Typical Height: 30-60’
Growth Rate: Slow-moderate
Hardiness Zone: 10a-11
Characteristics: This unique bold and large palm has stunning, stiff, blue-white foliage that dominates the area that it inhabits. It enjoys full sun and moderate water.