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Palm Portfolio

Royal Palm (Royalstronea elata) - Recommended With Reservations

Royal Palm trees in front of County Courthouse

Florida Native:

Yes

Special interest:

Massive trunk, green crown shaft

Growth Rate:

Moderate

Height at Maturity:

60'

Width at Maturity:

25'

Grow Space:

Medium, 25' from OHU

Soil Requirements:

Moist to wet

Cold Hardiness:

Tender

Evergreen/Deciduous:

Evergreen

Salt Tolerance:

Moderate

Drought Tolerance:

Moderate

Comments:

Readily hybridizes with Cuban Royal Palm. For use only in large landscapes. The height of this tree overpowers most residential sites. Sarasota is a bit north of its recommended range. As a result, expect cold damage to this palm in sub-freezing temperatures. Manganese deficiencies are a problem In our soils. This palm is self-pruning and the fronds are capable of inflicting injury or damage to pedestrians, cars and other plants. Exercise caution when locating this plant.

Uses:

Specimen, street

Maintenance:

$$$ 

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