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European Fan Palm

Chamaerops humilis, Arecaceae

Zones
8–11
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

Low

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

WeldReseda luteola
Shade ProvisionWind Protection
Great PignutBunium bulbocastanum
Shade ProvisionWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Queen PalmSyagrus romanzoffiana

Taller palm species can shade out smaller palms, reducing their photosynthetic efficiency

Lady PalmRhapis excelsa

Palm species with similar growth requirements compete for soil nutrients and space

Common Questions

What zones does European Fan Palm grow in?

European Fan Palm grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.

What are good companion plants for European Fan Palm?

Good companions for European Fan Palm include Weld, Great Pignut.

Design guilds with European Fan Palm and see companion relationships visually.

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