How to Grow and Care for Washingtonia

Washingtonia thrives in full sunlight and is drought-tolerant, making it well-suited for warm climates. Key care points include ensuring well-draining soil to prevent root rot and occasional pruning of dead fronds to maintain its appearance. Minimal fertilization is needed, mainly during the growing season to support healthy growth.

Watering schedule: Every 1-2 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Washingtonia

Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 1-2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Hardiness Zones	9-11

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Types of Washingtonia

Mexican fan palm

Mexican fan palm (Washingtonia robusta) is a palm species native to the western and southwestern United States. Mexican fan palm is one of the most frequently planted palm tree species. It has been planted all over the United States city of Los Angeles and is one of the tallest palm trees on the planet.

California palm

The california palm (Washingtonia filifera) is the only species of palm that is native to North America. Green palm leaves fan out from the top of the tree, while old dead palm leaves hang down along the trunk, like a petticoat.

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