How to tend a Washingtonia robusta

Also known as: Neowashingtonia robusta (H.Wendl.) A.Heller, Pritchardia robusta (H.Wendl.) Nabonnand, Washingtonia gracilis Parish, Washingtonia robusta H.Wendl., Brahea robusta Voss, Washingtonia filifera var. gracilis (Parish) L.D.Benson, Washingtonia robusta var. gracilis (Parish) Parish ex Becc.

Watering

Water thoroughly when soil is dry

Sunlight

Like half shade, may grow in places with bright scattered light

Soil

Peat or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Mix proper amount of slow-release fertilizers when planting, apply liquid fertilizers 1-2 times monthly

Pruning

Remove dead and diseased branches timely

About this plant

Origin
Mexico
Category
Palmae, Washingtonia
Size
Diameter ≥ 20 cm, height 20-30 cm
Blooming period
Foliage plants
Flower colors
cream white
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