European dwarf palm - 150cm - ø30

Chamaerops humilis (European dwarf palm)

Appearance of the plant

Compact fan palm with fan-shaped, gray-green to silver-green leaves

Multiple trunks that originate close to the ground, creating a full, shrubby shape

In pots usually 80–150 cm tall; in open ground it can reach 2–4 metres

Location

Sunny spot for optimal growth

Also tolerates partial shade, but remains more compact and denser in full sun

Suitable for patio, balcony or open ground in sheltered gardens

Water requirement

Water moderately: allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings

Water more often in a pot than in open ground

Very drought resistant once well established

Winter hardiness

Hardy to approx. -10 °C, sometimes even to -12 °C in a sheltered spot

Protect young plants and potted specimens from severe frost

Good resistance to wind and sea air

Fun fact: The European dwarf palm is the only native palm species in Europe and grows naturally around the Mediterranean — so it's perfectly adapted to dry summers and mild, but sometimes cold, winters.