POT SIZE: 25 cm

Common Names: Dwarf Date Palm or Pygmy Date Palm, Miniature Date Palm

Description: A most attractive dwarf palm with fine, arching dark green fronds developing from a short, stout trunk. Suitable for a well lit position indoors, on patios and sheltered position in the open garden. Keep moist in growing season, drier in winter and ensure good drainage. Feed with slow release plant food or liquid fertiliser. Protect from frost.

Phoenix require some special conditions and is unlikely to thrive without them.

CHARACTERISTICS:
Foliage – green
Shape – bushy

PROPER CARE:
Watering in rest period – sparingly
Watering in active growth period – plentifully
Light – bright filtered
Temperature in rest period – min 7C max 16C
Temperature in active growth period – min 16C max 24C
Humidity – low