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Mexican Fan Palm

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor        Photographer: Normans/Applegate/Sortomm

 

Description

The Mexican Fan Palm is a very tall, rapidly growing palm growing to 40'-100' tall, with large, fan-shaped leaves. It has a tropical look and can grow several feet a year. This species is excellent for larger gardens and lining streets and avenues.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Palm

 

Height Range

40-60', 60-100'

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

n/a

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

Grey

 

Fruit Color

Black

 

Fruit Season

Summer

Sun

Full

 

Water

Low

 

Growth Rate

Fast

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Seascape, Spanish, Tropical

 

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen

 

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

 

Location Uses

Background, Park, Roadside

 

Special Uses

Container, Fire Resistant

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.