European Fan Palm
Chamaerops humilis
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Varieties We Bring In
Last received Jul 19, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
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About European Fan Palm
European Fan Palm (Chamaerops humilis) is the only palm native to continental Europe, forming slow-growing, multi-stemmed clumps of stiff fan-shaped fronds in light green to silver-blue. Extremely cold-hardy to about 20°F, it is well-suited to NE Florida zone 9b landscapes, thriving in full sun with minimal water once established. Starting at $34.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Flower Color
- Yellow
- Growth Rate
- Slow
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Best planting months
Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Handles summer heat well once established. Can be planted with extra attention to watering.
Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
European Fan Palm grows best in full sun and tolerates light shade. In NE Florida, plant in full sun to encourage dense, healthy frond growth. It handles the region's intense summer heat well once established.
Highly drought-tolerant once established; after the first year, this palm typically needs no supplemental irrigation in NE Florida except during severe extended droughts. Water regularly only during the establishment period (first 6-12 months). Excellent tolerance of Florida's sandy, fast-draining soils.
Grows in sandy or loamy well-drained soils common throughout NE Florida. Fertilize with a palm-specific slow-release fertilizer (8-2-12-4Mg analysis) in spring and mid-summer to prevent common palm micronutrient deficiencies. Do not remove yellowing older fronds, as they supply potassium to the palm.
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Common questions
Is European Fan Palm a good plant for St. Augustine?
European Fan Palm is a palm for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 8-15 feet × 6-10 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed March 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.