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Size:
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This Florida native is a slow grower to about 20 feet.
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Habit of Growth:
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When the palm is young, the fronds stay low to the ground, so allow a bit of room for them to spread out. As it matures, the Pindo develops a thick trunk covered with woody leaf bases for many years, and the fronds curl downward to form a handsome top.
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Light Requirements:
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These palms prefer a full sun location, though they'll tolerate partial shade.
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Soil Requirements:
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A Pindo palm tree is about as easy care as it gets. Amending the soil is advised when planting in areas with clay.
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Water Requirements:
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It doesn't like to be kept overly wet, and once the palm is established, minimal irrigation is fine.
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Cold Tolerance:
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These palms can tolerate temperatures down to 15 F for short periods of time.
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Landscape Uses:
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Striking in appearance, the Pindo's feather-leaf, silver-colored fronds (some call it more of a blue-green) create an outstanding contrast to a typical yard's greenery.
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Special Attributes:
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These are some of the hardiest palms, laughing at cold, blazing sun, salty air, and dry conditions.
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