Sunlight
Full Sun
Watering
Week 1: Every other day.
Week 2-4: Twice a week
After it is established, water thoroughly once a week unless it rains.
Once established, this plant is drought tolerant.
Soil
Tolerates most soils, as long as it is well draining.
Fertilization
Use a Palm specific fertilizer three times a year at the beginning of Fall, Spring and Summer.
Pruning
It is necessary to prune Mexican Fan Palm fronds around once a year, and only when they turn completely brown. Partially green fronds are still giving valuable nutrients to the palm tree.
Are Washingtonia Palms easy maintenance?
Yes. Washingtonia Palms are considered low maintenance once established. They require occasional pruning of old fronds in order to keep the trunk clean. Since they are such fast growing specimens, the height may require special equipment for maintenance.
How big to Washingtonia Palms get?
Mexican Fan Palms grow up to 70-100 feet.
Are Washingtonia Palms cold-hardy?
Yes! Washingtonia Palms are moderately cold-hardy, and tolerate temperatures down to 23-25°F.
Recent Washingtonia Palm Installations in Florida: Orlando and Tampa
