Why plant one in Central Florida
Cabbage palms handle the sandy soils, summer heat and storms common along the Volusia coast, and they are a native choice for Florida-friendly landscapes.
Starting from seed is slow but inexpensive; plan on years, not months, before a visible trunk forms.
Questions
Is the cabbage palm native to Florida?
Yes. Sabal palmetto is native to the southeastern United States, Cuba and the Bahamas, and it is Florida's state tree.
How fast does a cabbage palm grow?
Slow to moderate. It can take many years to form a trunk.
Sources: Kotsonis Farm cabbage palm guide; UF/IFAS Gardening Solutions: palms and cycads
