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We’re offering you a European Fan Palm – Hardy Chamaerops Humilis in 21cm Pot for just €39 saving you 47% off Perfect Plant Deal UK's prices.

Bring a Mediterranean Touch to Your Garden

The European Fan Palm (Chamaerops humilis) stands out as Europe’s only native palm and is a favourite for classic and contemporary gardens alike. With its bushy, fan-shaped foliage and multi-stemmed growth, this evergreen palm adds lasting impact wherever you plant it.

• Height on delivery: 70–80cm including nursery pot.
• Pot size: 21cm diameter.
• Mature height: Up to 150–250cm in UK settings over many years.
• Growth rate: Slow and compact, with clumping habit thanks to multiple basal shoots.

Why Cultivate European Fan Palm?

• Cold Resistant: Hardy down to -15°C, so it survives even harsh UK winters if kept sheltered.
• Low Maintenance: Strong, drought-tolerant once mature and rarely troubled by pests or diseases.
• Evergreen Appeal: Deep green, fan-shaped leaves hold their shape and colour all year.
• Versatility: Performs well in borders, as specimen plants, or in large patio containers.

Growing Guide & Planting Advice

• Sun/Shade: Thrives best in full sun to light shade—choose a bright, sheltered location.
• Soil: Prefers well-drained sandy or loamy soil. For pots, always use containers with drainage holes.
• Watering: Water regularly during hot summers, but avoid waterlogged roots—especially in containers.
• Hardiness: Tolerates cold down to -15°C; bring indoors or protect during severe winter frosts.
• Feeding: Apply a slow-release, balanced fertiliser in spring.

Care & Seasonal Tips

• Remove damaged or old lower leaves in spring to keep your palm tidy and healthy.
• In containers, check for frost damage and wrap pots with fleece or bubble wrap in very cold spells.
• Position outdoors from late spring and shelter over winter as needed.

Inspired Design Uses

• Excellent as a bold centrepiece in tropical-style borders or exotic terraces.
• Combine with grasses, dwarf olives, or agaves for a sun-loving Mediterranean effect.
• Fits seamlessly among modern pots and city balconies for year-round greenery.

FAQs

• When is the best time to plant?
  Plant in spring once risk of severe frost has passed, or pot all year round when ground isn’t frozen.
• How quickly does Chamaerops humilis grow?
  Growth is slow, typically adding just a few centimetres per year—a true low-maintenance option.
• Does it need winter protection?
  Hardy to -15°C outdoors; protect roots and pot in colder snaps, and move container plants indoors during severe frosts.