Sago Palm
Cycas revoluta
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.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
About Sago Palm
Cycas revoluta, sago palm, is a slow-growing cycad native to southern Japan and China with a stout, shaggy trunk topped by a symmetrical crown of stiff, dark green, feathery fronds. Despite the common name it is not a true palm but one of the most ancient plant lineages on Earth, widely used as a long-lived landscape specimen and container plant. Starting at $750.00.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Non-flowering
- Flower Color
- Non-flowering
- Growth Rate
- Slow
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Best planting months
Seasonal care
Good planting window.
Handles summer heat well once established. Can be planted with extra attention to watering.
Growth slows as temperatures cool.
Retains foliage through winter. May need protection below 25°F.
Care essentials
Grows in full sun to partial shade; fronds are larger and more lush in shadier conditions. In NE Florida full sun positions are well tolerated but avoid reflected heat from pavement in dry sites.
Drought tolerant once established; water deeply but infrequently, allowing soil to dry between irrigations. Overwatering is the most common cause of decline in Florida landscapes — ensure excellent drainage.
Plant in well-drained sandy or loamy soil. In Florida, apply a palm/cycad-specific granular fertilizer (containing manganese and potassium) three times per year to prevent nutritional deficiencies common on sandy soils; avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers.
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Common questions
Is Sago Palm a good plant for St. Augustine?
Sago Palm is a cycad for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 6-10 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.