Chamaerops humilis 'Volcano'
Overall Height: 80cm (inc. pot)
10 litre pot
Full sun/partial shade
Dry, well drained soil
Chamaerops humilis 'Vulcano' is a lovely palm originally found growing in Sicily, it has a gorgeous silvery underside on the foliage, which differs it from the species Chamaerops humilis. The habit is upright and fairly compact and abundantly bushy. Vulcano will grow well in a sunny well drained spot, where it will show off its silvery under leaves. Chamaerops 'Vulcano' will also look wonderful planted into planters, pots or raised beds. If you require a lovely planter or pot for your palm, then we can recommend http://www.vasotoscano.com/
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Situation Open Close
Chamaerops like a well-drained moderately fertile soil, however it will also tolerate a poor soil. An open sunny situation is ideal, it does not mind a windy situation.
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Feeding Open Close
A liquid feed given regularly throughout the growing season will greatly benefit the plant and help to promote new growth.
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Pruning Open Close
Remove old tired foliage when necessary. Do be careful of the sharp barbs along the leaf stems!
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Watering Open Close
Water regularly throughout the summer growing season, very little if any during the winter.
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Pests and Diseases Open Close
None to note
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Winter Care Open Close
A very cold tolerant plant that will withstand temperatures as low as -12C without damage. Keep the roots as dry as possible in the winter.