Cabbage Palm

Sabal Palmetto

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Overview

The Cabbage Palm (Sabal palmetto) is an iconic evergreen, native to southeastern USA. This hardy palm thrives in USDA zones 8-11 and reaches heights of 40 to 60 feet with a canopy spread of 10 to 15 feet. Adaptable to various soil types, it's drought-tolerant once established. It features a stout, columnar trunk and large, fan-shaped leaves. Offers low maintenance and adds vertical interest in coastal and formal landscapes.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 8–10Climate Subtropical

Cabbage Palm (Sabal Palmetto) — The Cabbage Palm (Sabal palmetto) is an iconic evergreen, native to southeastern USA

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low
USDA zones: 8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Arecaceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Cabbage Palm (Sabal Palmetto) — <br><br>Growing to a mighty height of 40 to 60 feet with a spread of 10 to 15 feet, image 48

Cabbage Palm (Sabal Palmetto) — the Cabbage Palm's trunk forms an impressive; it provides excellent vertical accents in both formal and informal, image 49

Cabbage Palm (Sabal Palmetto) — capped by a symmetrical crown of fan-shaped fronds; scientifically recognized as Sabal palmetto, image 50

Cabbage Palm (Sabal Palmetto) — Each frond can reach a length of 5 to 6 feet, contributing to the palm's lush appearance; capped by a symmetrical, image 51

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