Windmill Palm Tree

Light Needs

Full Sun

(At Least 6 Hours of Direct Sunlight)

Mature Height

20-40 Feet

Mature Spread

15-25 Feet

Growing Zones

7 to 10

Turn any entryway or patio into a resort moment. Windmill Palm Tree brings bold, fan-shaped fronds on a slender, fiber-wrapped trunk that looks refined, not messy. It’s the rare palm that handles real winters, so you get tropical vibes without tropical fuss.

Use it as a solo focal point, flank a walkway with a matching pair, or group three at staggered heights for instant architecture. The evergreen canopy stays tidy year-round, and the compact crown won’t overwhelm smaller spaces.

Windmill Palm Tree Care

Give this palm full sun to part shade, about 4 to 8 hours of direct light daily. Plant in well-drained soil; sandy or loamy mixes are ideal with a pH of 6.0 to 7.5. Water deeply once per week during the first two growing seasons, then during dry spells; allow the top few inches of soil to dry slightly between waterings in containers. Feed in spring and midsummer with a palm-specific fertilizer that includes magnesium and manganese.

Prune only spent, brown fronds close to the trunk; avoid removing healthy green fronds. Hardy in Zones 7 to 11; in colder regions, grow in a container and move indoors to a bright, cool room before hard freezes.

Windmill Palm Tree Spacing

For a specimen, allow 8 to 12 feet of clearance from walls, eaves, and paths. For a clustered look or informal screen, plant 6 to 8 feet on center so crowns can fill without crowding. Keep at least 5 feet from pools or paving to accommodate frond spread.

For containers, start with a pot 18 to 24 inches wide and deep with large drainage holes; upsize every 2 to 3 years. Place outdoor containers 3 to 5 feet from a sunny wall or railing to reduce wind stress; stake young trunks if your site is gusty.

Why Grow Windmill Palm Tree?

• Cold-hardy palm that delivers tropical style in climates as cool as Zone 7

• Compact crown and slender trunk fit courtyards, patios, and small front yards

• Low-maintenance evergreen with minimal pruning needs

• Coastal and wind tolerant, with clean, fan-like fronds for year-round structure

• Non-spiky, people-friendly petioles for high-traffic areas

Bring home the palm that looks vacation-ready and actually thrives at home. Plant a Windmill Palm Tree now and enjoy effortless, evergreen elegance in every season.