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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

Water Saving Tip:

Check your irrigation controller once a month, and adjust as necessary.

Most plants require only one-third as much water in winter as they do in summer.