SAGO PALM
The queen sago, with its palm-like appearance, is a captivating plant that features a short, dark brown trunk and elegant, arching leaves in a lush medium green. These feathery leaves stretch 6 to 8 feet long, creating an enchanting tropical ambiance. Despite its slow growth, the queen sago is cherished for its light texture and ease of care, making it an ideal choice as a lawn specimen or container plant for expansive areas. It shines when placed as a standalone feature where it can be admired from every angle but also thrives when mass-planted on 8 to 19-foot centers in large industrial or commercial landscapes. However, it’s crucial to consider placement carefully; planting too close to buildings or walkways often necessitates the unfortunate removal of some leaves for clearance.
Height: 6 to 15 feet
Spread: 8 to 12 feet
Plant Habit: palm
Plant Density: moderate
Growth Rate: slow
Texture: fine
Light Requirement: plant grows in part shade/part sun
Soil Tolerances: slightly alkaline; clay; sand; acidic; loam
Drought Tolerance: high
Soil Salt Tolerance: poor
Plant Spacing: 36 to 60 inches
Queen sago, when provided with ample space, flourishes in both shade and full sun environments. Once established, it requires only infrequent watering. However, due to its size, it may not be suitable for smaller landscapes. In such cases, king sago serves as a more appropriate alternative for compact residential settings. These plants are typically propagated through seeds but can also be initiated by dividing suckers.