Pygmy Date Palm Tree

Poolside Palms

The Pygmy Date Palm, also known as the Robellini, has a uniquely sculptural look with full fronds and thick trunks. It is a short, stubby palm with green feathery fronds that makes a striking specimen or accent wherever it is placed.

This Southeast Asia native grows to a maximum size of 6-12 feet tall and a spread of 6 to 10 feet. The gracefully curving green feathery fronds grow 3 to 4 feet long forming a dense evergreen canopy. Even the brown trunk is quite showy, highlighted with old frond scars.

Pygmy Date palms usually come in a pot as a set of three stems. Although each stem is an individual plant, they are commonly planted in the same pot as a group of three to appear even fuller. 

The Pygmy Date Palm is beautiful as a Patio or Indoor palm, it thrives magnificently when planted in a container or pot. While tropical plants are typically restricted to warmer climates, their adaptability to container growth means you can bring these exotic beauties indoors during the colder season, so you can enjoy them throughout the year. This compact palm thrives in low light conditions and humid environments, making it perfect for indoor spots.  

The Pygmy Date Palm brings a refined tropical atmosphere to your home whether it is placed indoors or outdoors.