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Royal Palm

Roystonea Regia

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Overview

The Royal Palm (Roystonea regia) exudes regality with its smooth, grey trunk, soaring elegantly up to 66-98 feet. Boasting a majestic crown of large, feathery fronds spanning 10-15 feet, this iconic palm thrives in full sun with moderate water. Hardy in Zones 10-11, it's the perfect vertical accent for tropical landscapes, requiring ample space to showcase its splendid 3-4 feet diameter base. Adds instant grandeur to any setting.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, Low, MediumZones 10–11Type PalmClimate Temperate
Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — This canopy casts a broad circle of shade; the Royal Palm requires ample space to flourish
Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — As a fast-growing speciesRoyal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — As a fast-growing species; ensure sufficient clearance from pathways and structuresRoyal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — it's the perfect vertical accent for tropical landscapes; yellow flowers in the gardenRoyal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — this iconic palm thrives in full sun with moderate waterRoyal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — The Royal Palm not only offers visual appeal but also embodies the essence of the tropicsRoyal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — feathery fronds spanning 10-15 feet+77

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Low, Medium
USDA zones
10–11

Shape & size

Mature height
60–80 Ft.
Mature width
12–18 Ft.

Classification

Type
Palm
Family
Arecaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — This canopy casts a broad circle of shade; the Royal Palm requires ample space to flourish
Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — As a fast-growing species
Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — As a fast-growing species; ensure sufficient clearance from pathways and structures
Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — it's the perfect vertical accent for tropical landscapes; yellow flowers in the garden
Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — this iconic palm thrives in full sun with moderate water
Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — The Royal Palm not only offers visual appeal but also embodies the essence of the tropics
Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — feathery fronds spanning 10-15 feet
Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — the Royal Palm requires ample space to flourish; stands as a majestic centerpiece in landscape designs
Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — Adds instant grandeur to any setting
Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — this palm can reach impressive heights from 50 to 70 feet; sometimes even stretching skyward to 100 feet
Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — each extending up to 10 to 15 feet in length; palm for full
Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — soaring elegantly up to 66-98 feet; gray-white columnar trunk
Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — sheltered areas in the garden.<br><br>Preferring full sun exposure and well-draining soil conditions; the Royal Palm (Roystonea
Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — When including it in a design; each extending up to 10 to 15 feet in length
Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — These fronds emerge from the top of the trunk
Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — The Royal Palm not only offers visual appeal but also embodies the essence of the tropics; feathery fronds spanning 10-15 feet
Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — this iconic palm thrives in full sun with moderate water; additionally, this palm is frost-sensitive, thriving in USDA hardiness
Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — soaring elegantly up to 66-98 feet
Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — making it a valuable addition for creating cool
Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — often evoking the grandeur of tropical paradises
Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — Characterized by its sleek
Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — The Royal Palm (Roystonea regia) exudes regality with its smooth
Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — ensure sufficient clearance from pathways and structures
Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — These fronds emerge from the top of the trunk; adds instant grandeur to any setting
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