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Sabal minor [OK collection]

Also Known As

Dwarf Palmetto

Plant type

palm / cycad, aquatic

size

H: 5'
W: 5'

planting zones

7a-10b

Sabal minor [OK collection] plant details

Sabal minor [OK collection] is an evergreen aquatic palm / cycad with green foliage. In summer cream flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sabal minor [OK collection]

Plant type: aquatic palm / cycad
Plant family: arecaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT wide, 5 FT tall
Flowers: cream blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sabal minor [OK collection]

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Hard to believe, but the seed for these plants was collected from its northernmost native stand in Oklahoma. [shiver] The trunk runs underground & only the leaves are visible. Large 3' fans of blue green fronds, very stiff. Full sun where it can accumulate heat, such as near concrete. Needs some summer water. Very hardy in USDA zone 7 and possibly as low as upper zone 5 with mulch.