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Waggie Palm

Trachycarpus Wagnerianus

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Overview

Waggie Palm (Trachycarpus wagnerianus), a small to medium-sized hardy evergreen palm, thrives in Zones 7b-11. With a slow growth rate, it reaches up to 12ft tall and 5ft wide. Notable for its compact, glossy, fan-shaped leaves, this palm withstands wind well. Perfect for small gardens and containers, it prefers full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil. Low maintenance; minimal watering once established. Ideal for creating a tropical aesthetic.

Sun HalfWater MediumZones 7–9Climate Subtropical
Waggie Palm (Trachycarpus Wagnerianus) — Waggie Palm (Trachycarpus wagnerianus), a small to medium-sized hardy evergreen palm, thrives in Zones 7b-11
Waggie Palm (Trachycarpus Wagnerianus) — With a slow growth rate, it reaches up to 12ft tall and 5ft wideWaggie Palm (Trachycarpus Wagnerianus) — Notable for its compact, glossy, fan-shaped leaves, this palm withstands wind wellWaggie Palm (Trachycarpus Wagnerianus) — Perfect for small gardens and containers, it prefers full sun to partial shade and well-draining soilWaggie Palm (Trachycarpus Wagnerianus) — Low maintenance; minimal watering once establishedWaggie Palm (Trachycarpus Wagnerianus) — Ideal for creating a tropical aestheticWaggie Palm (Trachycarpus Wagnerianus) — scientifically named Trachycarpus wagnerianus+6

Culture

Sun
Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
7–9

Shape & size

Mature height
4–12 Ft.
Mature width
3–6 Ft.

Classification

Family
Arecaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Waggie Palm (Trachycarpus Wagnerianus) — Waggie Palm (Trachycarpus wagnerianus), a small to medium-sized hardy evergreen palm, thrives in Zones 7b-11
Waggie Palm (Trachycarpus Wagnerianus) — With a slow growth rate, it reaches up to 12ft tall and 5ft wide
Waggie Palm (Trachycarpus Wagnerianus) — Notable for its compact, glossy, fan-shaped leaves, this palm withstands wind well
Waggie Palm (Trachycarpus Wagnerianus) — Perfect for small gardens and containers, it prefers full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil
Waggie Palm (Trachycarpus Wagnerianus) — Low maintenance; minimal watering once established
Waggie Palm (Trachycarpus Wagnerianus) — Ideal for creating a tropical aesthetic
Waggie Palm (Trachycarpus Wagnerianus) — scientifically named Trachycarpus wagnerianus
Waggie Palm (Trachycarpus Wagnerianus) — cold-hardy palm that is highly sought after for its versatility and resilience in various climates
Waggie Palm (Trachycarpus Wagnerianus) — it is a cultivar of Trachycarpus fortunei
Waggie Palm (Trachycarpus Wagnerianus) — but it is distinguished by its smaller and stiffer leaves that form a more symmetrical crown than its relative
Waggie Palm (Trachycarpus Wagnerianus) — The leaves span approximately 2 to 3 feet across and create a lush, dense canopy atop a sturdy, fibrous trunk
Waggie Palm (Trachycarpus Wagnerianus) — The palm's growth rate is relatively slow
Waggie Palm (Trachycarpus Wagnerianus) — being able to withstand temperatures down to about 5°F

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