USDA: 8a - 11 RHS: H - FT EGF: H4 - G2 Australia: 2 - 5
Care Level
Height
10 - 20 m (35 - 65 ft)
Spread
4.5 - 7.5 m (15 - 25 ft)
Light
full sun
Soil Moisture
low to average, well-drained
Soil Type
loam to sandy
Soil pH
neutral to alkaline
Description
The palm Washingtonia filifera (cotton palm) bears showy and white blossoms during early summer to late summer. This plant is upright and has showy, glossy, bold textured and evergreen foliage that is medium green and greyish green in colour. The bark is showy and fissured in texture. Showy fruit are produced by Washingtonia filifera (cotton palm). Washingtonia filifera (cotton palm) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses
Specimen, street planting and tropical.
Special Characteristics
It is worthy to note that Washingtonia filifera tolerates pollution and salt. This palm attracts birds to your garden.
Cautions
Thorns or spines can be a problem with Washingtonia filifera (cotton palm). Handle with care. Careful planning of its positioning in your garden will avoid injuries to children and pets. When planning your garden, take into consideration that Washingtonia filifera (cotton palm) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.
