Mediterranean Fan Palm

Compact Cold-Hardy Palm

The Mediterranean Fan Palm (Chamaerops humilis) is a compact, multi-trunk palm that brings elegant tropical texture to small spaces. Very drought-tolerant and cold-hardy, it’s one of the most practical palms for San Antonio landscapes. Alfaro Tree Sales stocks Mediterranean Fan Palms at our 40-acre Atascosa nursery.

½–1 ft/yr
Growth Rate
10–15 ft
Mature Height
Excellent
Drought Tolerance
Since ’76
Growing & Planting
Sun
Full Sun
Water
Very Low
Growth
½–1 ft/yr
Mature Height
10–15 ft
Foliage
Evergreen
Multi-Trunk Form
Multi-Trunk

Multi-Trunk Form

Mediterranean Fan Palms naturally develop attractive multi-trunk clumps, creating a lush, full tropical look even in compact spaces.

Compact multi-trunk form Very drought-tolerant Cold-hardy to low teens Available at our 40-acre nursery

Mediterranean Fan Palm vs. Windmill Palm

Two popular poolside options for San Antonio compared.

Recommended

Mediterranean Fan Palm

Growth Rate½–1 ft/yr
DroughtExcellent
FoliageEvergreen
Mature Height10–15 ft
WaterVery Low
Best ForAccent, Foundation

Windmill Palm

Growth Rate1–2 ft/yr
DroughtGood
FoliageEvergreen
Mature Height40–50 ft
WaterModerate
Best ForShade

Growth Timeline

Expected growth after planting.

4 ft
Planting
6 ft
Year 5
7 ft
Year 10
Full form
8 ft
Year 20+
Mature

Care After Planting

Watering

Deep water regularly during the first growing season. Very drought-tolerant once established.

Soil & Fertilizer

Adapts to most soils. Light balanced fertilizer in spring after year 1.

Pruning

Prune to maintain shape and remove dead or crossing branches. Best done in late winter (January–February).

Best Planting Time

October through March is ideal for establishment before summer heat.

Our Planting Process

1

Select & Deliver

Choose your tree at our nursery or by phone. We deliver it to your property.

2

Plant & Mulch

Machine-dug hole, native soil backfill, deep watering, and mulch ring installed.

3

Follow-Up

Written care instructions plus a 30-day establishment check from our crew.

Sun
Full Sun
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
½–1 ft/yr
Mature Height
10–15 ft
Canopy Spread
6–12 ft
Foliage
Evergreen
Foliage
Evergreen
Native Range
Mediterranean
Soil
Any / Well-Drained
Best For
Accent, Foundation
Category
Poolside
Nursery
40 Acres, Atascosa TX

Mediterranean Fan Palms grow ½–1 ft/yr in San Antonio under good conditions.

Yes, very. Once established they need minimal supplemental water.

Mature size is typically 10–15 ft tall with a 6–12 ft spread.

They thrive in any / well-drained soils, which matches most San Antonio properties.

October through March is ideal. Our team plants year-round with proper watering protocols.

We offer Mediterranean Fan Palms in various sizes. Available at our nursery in Atascosa. Call (210) 202-4284.

Yes. Professional delivery and planting across the San Antonio metro. Request a free quote.

Mediterranean Fan Palms are excellent for accent, foundation in the San Antonio area.