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CHAMAEROPS humilis
Commonly known as Dwarf fan palm, Mediterranean fan palm
Bushy architectural palm suckering into many dense stems when mature with yellow flowers in dense panicles. Will survive happily outdoors in milder climates. 2-3ft fronds
Further Reading....
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EvergreenBroad, bluish or greyish green leaves 60-100cm (24-39in) long with 12-15 linear leaflets.
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Yellow -
Height2-3m (6-10ft) -
Spread1-2m (3-6½ft)
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Palm
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Hardy - average winterHardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F) -
Will grow outside in milder locationsThis could include plants which would survive happily in a greenhouse or conservatory if not in a mild location. If you have a sheltered spot in your garden then it may do well here.Loam based compost for greenhouse - plenty of indirect light.
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Full sun -
Partial shadeTolerates partial shade.
CHAMAEROPS humilis
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Additional FeaturesArchitectural interestExotic plants
Pests & DiseasesRed spider mites under glass.
Place of originWestern Mediterranean. -
Flower ShapePaniclesDense, almost hidden, panicles to 35cm (14in) long
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Garden Location/ConditionsPatio / pot plants
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HardinessFrost hardy (down to -5)
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Leaf form
Pinnate(see photos above) -
Leaf margin
Entire
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Soil ConditionsMedium to light, fertile, well drained soilWill tolerate poorer soil.
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Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
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Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
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Garden Goodies
Slate Plant Labels
These wonderfully tactile natural slate plant labels are hand made in Cornwall and come with a chalk pen.
Just stick them in your pot or border. Pack of 6.
Only £10.20
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Slate Tie-on Plant Labels
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