The Wall Palm Washingtonia Palm is a species of palm tree that is native to the Sonoran Desert in the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico. The tree was first described in 1848 by English botanist George Bentham.
The Wall Palm Washingtonia Palm grows to a height of 20–30 m (66–98 ft) and has a trunk diameter of 60–90 cm (24–35 in). The tree is single-trunked and has a crown of palmate leaves. The leaves are green and have a length of 2–3 m (6.6–9.8 ft). The flowers are white and are borne in inflorescences that are 2–3 m (6.6–9.8 ft) long. The fruit is a drupe that is 5–7 cm (2.0–2.8 in) long and 3–4 cm (1.2–1.6 in) wide.
The Wall Palm Washingtonia Palm is cultivated as an ornamental tree in the United States, Mexico, and other countries.
How to care:
The Wall Palm Washingtonia Palm is a relatively low-maintenance tree. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Water the tree regularly, especially during the summer months. Fertilize the tree twice a year, in spring and fall, with a palm fertilizer.
water requirment:
The Wall Palm Washingtonia Palm requires regular watering, especially during the summer months.
fertilizer requirment:
The tree should be fertilized twice a year, in spring and fall, with a palm fertilizer.
pruning:
Prune the tree as needed to remove dead or damaged leaves. If the tree becomes too large for its space, it can be pruned back hard to reduce its size.
Type of soil:
The tree prefers well-drained soil.
sunlight requirment:
The Wall Palm Washingtonia Palm prefers full sun to partial shade.
Propagation
The Wall Palm Washingtonia Palm can be propagated from seed or by division.
To propagate from seed, plant the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep them moist. The seeds will germinate in 4-8 weeks. Once the seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them into individual pots.
To propagate by division, carefully remove the tree from its pot and divide the rootball into 2-3 sections. Replant the sections in individual pots and water well.
Pest and diseases:
The Wall Palm Washingtonia Palm is susceptible to a number of pests and diseases, including scale, mealybugs, and fungal diseases. Treat infestations and diseases promptly to prevent serious damage to the tree.
Landscape use:
The Wall Palm Washingtonia Palm is cultivated as an ornamental tree in the United States, Mexico, and other countries.