Palm
Spindle Palm
Hyophorbe verschaffeltii
Varieties We Carry
StandardHyophorbe verschaffeltii
Sizes & Pricing
17 inFrom$275.00
15 galFrom$145.00
30 galFrom$275.00
Fresh this week. Last restocked Mar 11.
LightFull Sun to Part Shade
WaterModerate
Mature size20-25 feet × 8-12 feet
About Spindle Palm
Spindle Palm (Hyophorbe verschaffeltii) is a solitary palm endemic to Rodrigues Island in the Mascarene archipelago, distinguished by a prominently spindle-shaped trunk that is widest in the middle and tapers at both ends. It bears a compact crown of arching, stiff pinnate fronds and is grown as a rare architectural specimen in tropical gardens. Starting at $145.00.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer
- Flower Color
- White
- Growth Rate
- Slow
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Bloom season. Can be planted with extra attention to watering.
Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter. May need protection below 25°F.
Care essentials
Light
Grow in full sun for best growth; tolerates light part shade but performs best with 6+ hours of direct sun daily. In NE Florida, choose a warm, frost-sheltered microclimate — south- or southeast-facing exposure near a structure helps protect from rare hard freezes.
Water
Water regularly while establishing (first 1–2 years), then reduce to moderate irrigation; allow soil to dry somewhat between waterings. Spindle palm is drought-tolerant once established but benefits from consistent moisture during NE Florida's dry season.
Soil & Fertilizer
Plant in sandy, well-drained soil; poor drainage causes root rot. Fertilize three times yearly (spring, summer, fall) with a granular palm fertilizer high in potassium and magnesium to prevent common deficiencies in Florida's sandy soils.
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Common questions
Is Spindle Palm a good plant for St. Augustine?
Spindle Palm is a palm for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 20-25 feet × 8-12 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed June 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.