Palm
Pygmy Date Palm
Phoenix roebelenii
Varieties We Carry
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Sizes & Pricing
7 galFrom$69.95
15 galFrom$125.00
30 galFrom$350.00
Fresh this week. Last restocked Jun 15.
LightFull Sun, Part Shade
WaterModerate
Mature size8-12 feet × 6-8 feet
About Pygmy Date Palm
Pygmy Date Palm (Phoenix roebelenii) is a delicate, slow-growing solitary or clustering palm native to Laos and southern China, with a slender, rough-textured trunk and a fine-textured canopy of arching, dark green pinnate fronds. Its compact size and graceful form make it a versatile specimen for tropical garden beds, containers, and entryways. Starting at $69.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Flower Color
- White
- Growth Rate
- Slow
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Can be planted with extra attention to watering.
Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter. May need protection below 25°F.
Care essentials
Light
Grows best in full sun but tolerates part shade; full sun produces the most compact, attractive form. Avoid deep shade, which causes an open, leggy appearance.
Water
Water regularly during establishment; drought tolerant once established but benefits from supplemental irrigation during dry spells. Ensure excellent drainage — this palm does not tolerate wet feet.
Soil & Fertilizer
Use a slow-release palm fertilizer with elevated potassium and micronutrients (magnesium, manganese) applied 3 times per year (spring, summer, fall). NE Florida sandy soils are potassium-deficient; do not remove fronds showing yellowing until fully dead, as they supply residual potassium.
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Common questions
Is Pygmy Date Palm a good plant for St. Augustine?
Pygmy Date Palm is a palm for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 8-12 feet × 6-8 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.