Cold tolerance (from our growing guide)
It's renowned for its compact growth habit, attractive fan-shaped leaves, and exceptional cold hardiness for a palm, making it a versatile choice.
Temperature: Exceptionally cold hardy for a palm, tolerating temperatures down to 10-15°F (-12 to -9°C) once mature.
USDA Zones: 8a-11.
Light and soil
Light: Prefers full sun (6+ hours of direct sunlight daily) for optimal growth and a compact form. It can tolerate partial shade, but growth may be more leggy, and foliage color might be less vibrant..
Soil: Highly adaptable to various soil types, but prefers well-draining soil. It tolerates sandy, loamy, or even slightly clayey soils, as long as they don't remain waterlogged..
Full growing guide
Read the full Mediterranean Fan Palm growing guide on our guides site.
Sources: Kotsonis Farm growing guide; UF/IFAS Gardening Solutions: palms