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Kentia Palm, Paradise Palm
Century Plant, Maguey
Mediterranean Fan Palm
Kentia Palm, Paradise Palm

Common name:Kentia Palm, Paradise Palm
Botanical name:Howea forsteriana

This palm will reach about 60' tall and 20' wide and has long, drooping leaflets that are slender and deep green.

Century Plant, Maguey

Common name:Century Plant, Maguey
Botanical name:Agave americana

This plant is fast growing to about 6'-10' tall and 8'-13' wide. Wide gray leaves have stiff terminal spines and recurved teeth on margins. It prefers full sun and well-drained situations. After blooming, which could take several years, it will die but will send up new pups from around the base. Some people are allergic to the sap. Removal is difficult if unwanted.

Mediterranean Fan Palm

Common name:Mediterranean Fan Palm
Botanical name:Chamaerops humilis

Slow growing to 20' tall but very hardy, the Mediterranean Fan palm is clump forming with rich green foliage. It can be used as a good container subject. It does best in full sun or partial shade. Petioles have sharp spines.

Designer: Chris Oakley

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Photographer: GardenSoft

Soils and Compost:

Incorporate compost 6" into your soil to retain water, reduce compaction, feed earthworms, and provide valuable nutrients to your plants.

Integrated Pest Management:

Attract, or buy beneficial insects such as ladybugs and lacewings to control pest outbreaks in your garden.