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Sylvester Palm (Phoenix sylvestris) growing in South Florida
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Sylvester Palm — South Florida Plant Guide

Phoenix sylvestris

Family: Arecaceae · Palm

Itilizasyon Peyizaj

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Etikèt Estil

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Gid Kwasans pou Sid Florid

Bezwen Limyè

Full Sun

Bezwen Dlo

Low — 3/10

Once established (12–18 months), Sylvester Palm is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Drought tolerant once established (12-18 months). During establishment irrigate 2x per week. After establishment, once weekly in dry season is generally sufficient. Ensure excellent drainage — does not tolerate chronic wet feet.

Tè ak Fètilizasyon

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Fertilizer: 8-2-12-4Mg slow-release palm special

Schedule: April and August. Palm special 8-2-12-4Mg.

Tolerans Sèl

High (7/10) — suitable for coastal locations

Suitable for coastal planting across all 5 South Florida counties.

Wotè Matire
25–40 ft
Lajè Matire
10–15 ft
Vitès Kwasans
slow
Bezwen Dlo
3/10
Nòt Florida
Florida
Pri Enstalasyon
$$$
Zòn USDA
9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11
Estati FLEPPC
None
Nòt Iguàn
8/10

Kote pou Achte nan Sid Florid

Jwenn Sylvester Palm nan pepinyè Sid Florid — verifye disponiblite ak pri nan pepinyè pre ou.

Kesyon Souvan Poze

How fast does Sylvester Palm grow in South Florida?

Sylvester Palm has a slow growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is Sylvester Palm safe for pets?

Yes, Sylvester Palm is considered pet-safe. Non-toxic but sharp petiole spines can injure pets. Monitor proximity.

How much water does Sylvester Palm need in South Florida?

Low water needs (3/10). Once established (12–18 months), Sylvester Palm is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Can Sylvester Palm tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Sylvester Palm has high salt tolerance (7/10) and is well-suited for coastal South Florida, including areas with salt air in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Collier, and Monroe counties.

Is Sylvester Palm available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Sylvester Palm is classified as: allowed. Non-invasive non-native.

Disponiblite pa Konte nan Sid Florid

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Non-invasive non-native. No restrictions.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.

Wè Gid Konte →

Broward County

Allowed

No restrictions. Popular in commercial and HOA installations.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.

Wè Gid Konte →

Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. Premium estate and country club choice.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.

Wè Gid Konte →

Collier County

Allowed

Allowed. Widely used in Naples luxury residential.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.

Wè Gid Konte →

Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed. Better salt tolerance than most Phoenix palms for Keys use.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.

Wè Gid Konte →

Toujou verifye egzijans konte aktyèl anvan enstalasyon.

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