The Palm Tree Nursery Sarasota, FL Recommends

Cabbage palm is one of the most common native palms in the United States, and is widely used for landscaping, adapting well to many different soils and situations.

(HURRICANE CUT)It has been found that removing all leaves from the base of these palms at the time of digging increases survival rate after installation.

Height:  40 Ft. Typical

Growth:  Slow

Origin:  Southeastern United States

Stock:  10 Ft. to 20 Ft.

Scientific Name:  Sabal palmetto

As a young tree, Canary Island date palm is a popular choice for a large, tropical appearance in the landscape. Young trees need plenty of room but are widely adaptable and extremely hardy. As these trees mature, they take on a formal appearance, and the robust trunk is highly regarded for its ornamental appeal.

Height:  40 Ft. Typical

Growth:  Slow

Origin:  Canary Islands

Stock:  Assorted

Scientific Name:  Phoenix canariensis

These low-growing, trunkless, spineless palm species are perfect selections for pool enclosures, small areas, and low-light levels. Often used as accent plants in shade gardens, these palms are carefree, dark green and easy to grow.

Height:  5 Ft.

Growth:  Moderate

Origin:  Southern Mexico

Stock:  Field Grown

Scientific Name:  Chamaedorea cataractarum

Chinese fan palm makes a slow-growing but handsome specimen, forming a wide-spreading attractive crown. The long leaft segment tis hang gracefully giving the canopy a weeping appearance. This palm can withstand several degrees below freezing without any damage. Full sun is best for the Chinese fan palm.

Height:  25 Ft.

Growth:  Slow

Origin:  China, So. Japan

Stock:  Container sizes

Scientific Name:  Livistona chinensis

Coconuts are the most universal and widely distributed palm tree in the world.

Uses: Shade tree, specimen tree. These palms are valued for their ability to adapt to exposed coastal locations, although they do fine in drought situations, they prosper best in areas with high rainfall.

Coconuts have a very high salt tolerance.

Height:  50 - 80 Ft.

Growth:  Moderate

Origin:  Pacific Islands

Stock:  12 - 20 Ft.

Scientific Name:  Cocos nucifera

The European fan is one of the most versatile palms available. It can be planted as far north as the Carolinas, and makes a fine, tropical-appearing specimen.

Height:  10 FT.

Growth:  slow

Origin:  Mediterranean region

Stock:  Assorted

Scientific Name:  Chamaerops humilis

The individual stems of clustering fishtail palm cease vegetative growth after a period of years and begin to flower from the top down. After the fruit has ripened, the stem dies. Fortunately, in this species new clustering stems are continuously coming along to replace those that have fulfilled their short lease on life. The unusual form of the leaves makes this species an eye-catching specimen plant.

Height:  18 FT.

Growth:  Moderate

Origin:  Southeast Asia

Stock:  Field grown

Scientific Name:  Arecoideae

The native Florida Thatch palm is perfect for small areas and is adaptable to high pH and coastal conditions. It is an easy, carefree way to attain a classic, tropical look. the Florida that is a slow grower, but is equally attractive when young or old.

Height:  20 FT.

Growth:  Slow

Origin:  South Florida and Caribbean

Stock:  Assorted

Scientific Name:  Thrinax radiata

Foxtail palm is very fast growing and appears adaptable to a broad range of soil conditions. Foxtail palm takes full sun even at a young age. Little known 10 years ago, it has already become one of the most popular items for landscaping in moist tropical and subtropical areas. The unique appearance of the leaves, which form a circular arrangement of the leaflets, give this palm its common name.

Height:  30 Ft.

Growth:  Fast

Origin:  Northern Australia

Stock:  Container & Field grown

Scientific Name:  Wodyetia bifurcata

Foxtail palm is very fast growing and appears adaptable to a broad range of soil conditions. Foxtail palm takes full sun even at a young age. Little known 10 years ago, it has already become one of the most popular items for landscaping in moist tropical and subtropical areas. The unique appearance of the leaves, which form a circular arrangement of the leaflets, give this palm its common name.

Height:  30 Ft.

Growth:  Fast

Origin:  Northern Australia

Stock:  Container & Field grown

Scientific Name:  Wodyetia bifurcata

Majesty palm is currently finding its widest use as an interior plant. Majesty palms very quickly reaches about 10 FT. of height, at which point growth seems to slow considerably. It`s interesting trunk and shade tolerance make it a fine addition to tropical landscapes. In South Florida, majesty palm performs well in full sun only on ertile, moist soils.

Height:  60-80 fT.

Growth:  Fast Start / Slow

Origin:  Madagascar

Scientific Name:  Ravenea rivularis

The screw pines (Pandanus), so names for the eculiar spiral arrangement of their elongated, spiny leaves, grow on cliffs, sandy shores, and in beach forests. Screw pine also refers to the large, pineapple-like fruits of the more common and widely distributed species.

Height:  12-25 Ft.

Growth:  Slow

Origin:  Phillippines

Stock:  Container & Field grown

Scientific Name:  Pandanus amaryllifolius

Pindo palm is the hardiest feather-leafed palm currently in cultivation. It is used throughout Florida as a specimen plant, functioning well in median and even avenue plantings despite its relatively small stature.

Height:  15 Ft.

Growth:  Slow

Origin:  Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay

Stock:  Assorted

Scientific Name:  Butia capitata

The queen palm has become the standard urban palm throughout South Florida, and is grown in Southern California. It transplants easily, grows quickly, and is bothered by few pests or diseases. The canopy of large leaves is very graceful in appearance.

Height:  40 Ft. Typical

Growth:  Moderate to Fast

Origin:  Southern Brazil to Argentina

Maintenance:  Trimming is required

Stock:  Assorted Sizes

Scientific Name:  Syagrus romanzoffiana

Reclinata or (Senegal Date) palm suckers vigorously and a single plant can consist of more than 20 stems if left unpruned. It is valued as a specimen plant for accent, but sufficient room is necessary both to allow its natural spread and distance from its dagger-like leaflet spines.

Height:  25 Ft. Typical

Growth:  Moderate

Origin:  Africa

Stock:  Field grown

Scientific Name:  Phoenix reclinata

Specimen tree, street tree, borders.

Both the Florida and Cuban royals are now simply known as royal palms. The majority of the old, large royal palms in South Florida are specimens of this species, brought from Cuba during the 1930s.

Height:  50-70 FT.

Growth:  Moderate

Origin:  Cuba

Stock:  Assorted

Scientific Name:  Roystonea regia

Spindle palm grows slightly taller and is slightly hardier than the bottle palm. Uses include small specimen tree. Though still quite striking in appearance, spindle palm does not cast quite as novel an aspect as H. lagenicaulis, and thus combines more easily in the landscape with other palms. It should be situated in full sun.

Height:  20 Ft.

Growth:  Slow

Origin:  Rodrigues Island

Stock:  Assorted - Field Grown

Scientific Name:  Hyophorbe verschaffeltii

Similar to the Canary Island Date palm, the wild date makes an impressive specimen plant. Its large stature and robust trunk can give landscapes a Mediterranean appearance.

Height:  40 Ft.

Growth:  Slow

Origin:  India

Maintenance:  Trimming required

Stock:  ON REQUEST ONLY

Scientific Name:  Phoenix sylvestris

Opens like a fan in one direction. Will grow to 15 ft. in full sun.

Height:  15 Ft.

Growth:  Slow

Origin:  Madagascar

Stock:  Assorted

Scientific Name:  Ravenala Madagascariensis

Very tall and stately, Washington palms are popular landscape palms in Floida and elsewhere. They are fast growers that can quickly dominate the landscape. Irrigation is required for establishment, but then do not overwater, which can cause this desert palm to suffer from root and bud rots.

Height:  70-100 Ft.

Growth:  Fast

Origin:  Mexico

Stock:  Assorted - Field Grown

Scientific Name:  Washingtonia robusta

Windmill Palm Trees are rapidly gaining popularity in US home landscapes. You will want to plant your palm tree in a spot that it will receive part shade. This palm tree is not prone to pest and disease problems, giving you a very hassle free plant to grow. The Windmill Palm Tree is long lived and offers unique landscape design possibilities for homeowners across the country. Quickly becomes the center of attention‚ the Windmill Palm is the most cold tolerant of the tall palms. Our design consultant says these are the absolute prettiest cold climate palm trees.