Sabal minor var. louisiana

Also Known As

Sabal louisiana
Blue Palm
Bluestem Palmetto
Dwarf Palmetto
Louisiana Palmetto Palm

Plant type

tree, shrub, palm / cycad, aquatic

size

H: 12'
W: 6'

planting zones

7a-10b

Sabal minor var. louisiana plant details

Sabal minor var. louisiana is an evergreen aquatic palm / cycad, shrub or tree with blue and green foliage. In spring and summer cream flowers emerge. Features glaucous and glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular 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 var. louisiana

Plant type: aquatic palm / cycad, shrub or tree
Plant family: arecaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 6 FT wide, 12 FT tall
Flowers: cream blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, infrequent-blooming, tropical-looking, unique, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sabal minor var. louisiana

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This close relative of Sabal minor, a particularly large growing form, to 6 or 8 ft or more with leaves infused in blue, often forms a very short trunk. Great for a large scale ground cover or individual specimen. Prefers well-drained but moist soil and loves summer warmth. Has proven frost hardy to 0, USDA zone 7 or so coming back from the base; and at 10 to 15F, mid zone 8 without leaf damage.