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Silver Saw Palmetto - Live Plants in 4 Inch Growers Pots - Serenoa Repens ‘Silver’ - Native Ornamental Palms from Florida

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    The Silver Saw Palmetto Plant (Serenoa repens 'Silver') is a striking, slow-growing perennial shrub, valued for its unique silver-blue foliage and remarkable resilience. Native to the southeastern United States, this plant thrives in both coastal and inland environments, displaying an almost silvery-white color near the coast and a blue-green shade when grown inland. It reaches a mature height of 3 to 6 feet and spreads widely through its creeping trunks, making it a visually impactful choice for any garden or landscape. Ideal for USDA Zones 8 to 10, the Silver Saw Palmetto tolerates a range of conditions, from full sun to shade, and adapts well to loamy, sandy soils with good drainage. Known for its drought tolerance, the Silver Saw Palmetto is an easy-care plant once established. Its sharp, saw-like spines on the stems, from which the plant derives its name, provide both an intriguing visual feature and a degree of protection against wildlife.

    • Size & Shape: A slow-growing shrub, typically reaching 3-6 feet in height with a similar spread. Its creeping trunks form sprawling clumps, adding depth and structure to the landscape. Foliage: The palmate leaves are stiff, fan-shaped, and can vary from a bluish-green hue inland to a striking silver-white in coastal areas, making it a versatile and attractive plant for different settings.
    • Watering: Newly planted Silver Saw Palmettos benefit from regular watering, particularly during the first few years. Once established, the plant becomes highly drought-tolerant, needing minimal additional watering. For the best results, water deeply but infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between watering sessions. Ensure good drainage to avoid root rot.
    • Sunlight Requirements: This plant adapts well to various light conditions, thriving in both full sun and partial shade. For optimal growth, place it in a sunny spot but ensure some shade during the hottest parts of the day in particularly warm climates.
    • Soil Conditions: The Silver Saw Palmetto prefers well-drained soils and can grow in sandy or loamy substrates. It is adaptable to both acidic and neutral pH levels, making it suitable for a wide range of garden environments. Hardiness: Suitable for USDA Zones 8-10, the Silver Saw Palmetto is highly cold-hardy, tolerating temperatures as low as 22°F. Despite harsh winters, it generally recovers well in the next growing season.
    • Maintenance: The plant requires little pruning due to its slow growth. Occasionally, remove dead or brown leaves by making a clean cut about half an inch above the point where the stem meets the trunk. Wear gloves to protect yourself from the sharp teeth on the stems.

    1. Warranty

    All Wekiva Foliage plants come with a 30 day warranty. If your plant is damaged during delivery, please contact us within 48 hours.

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    Wekiva Foliage is located in the heart of Wekiva Springs in Apopka, Florida. We have been specializing in growing landscape and indoor plants for over 20 years and have been in the foliage industry for over 50 years.

    Testimonials

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    "This is the first time I've ever ordered plants online, so I had no idea what to expect. When I saw the description of 'comes in a 4" growers' pot' I figured I'd be getting some fairly small plants--nope! The bamboo palms were fully 2' tall from root to top leaf, and perfectly healthy. All 5 plants were VERY well secured in their box, to the point that the bottom layer was even spray-foamed to the cardboard! I couldn't ask for a better experience and I'm so excited to see these plants grow. Five stars!"

    Nathaniel

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    "This is SO BEAUTIFUL! Packaging was perfect and efficient, plant was in excellent condition. I'm in love with this plant and I will definitely order more."

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