Dwarf Palmetto

Sabal Minor

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Overview

The Dwarf Palmetto, Sabal minor, is a slow-growing, evergreen fan palm reaching 3 to 5 feet in height with a similar spread. Its cold hardiness and tolerate shade make it versatile for various landscapes. Producing dark green leaves and summer-blooming white flowers, it gives a tropical flair and is ideal as an understory plant or in groups for ground cover. USDA Hardiness Zones 7-11.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 7–10Climate Subtropical

Dwarf Palmetto (Sabal Minor) — evergreen fan palm reaching 3 to 5 feet in height with a similar spread

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low
USDA zones: 7–10

Shape & size

Mature height: 4–6 Ft.
Mature width: 4–6 Ft.

Classification

Family: Arecaceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Dwarf Palmetto (Sabal Minor) — palm / tree for full or half; the Dwarf Palmetto is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking durability and a splash of

Dwarf Palmetto (Sabal Minor) — Its cold hardiness and tolerate shade make it versatile for various landscapes; it thrives in partial to full sun, image 50

Dwarf Palmetto (Sabal Minor) — Producing dark green leaves and summer-blooming white flowers; such as birds and butterflies.<br><br>When, image 51

Dwarf Palmetto (Sabal Minor) — USDA Hardiness Zones 7-11; boasting a compact growth habit, image 53

Dwarf Palmetto (Sabal Minor) — it gives a tropical flair and is ideal as an understory plant or in groups for ground cover; evergreen fan palm, image 52

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