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About European Fan Palm
European Fan Palm is one of the most cold-hardy palms. It is a shrub-like, clumping palm with several stems growing from a single base. It's easily grown in rich, moist, well-drained soils and prefers a bright sunny location.
Taxonomy
Chamaerops humilis
Chamaerops
Arecaceae
Arecales
Also known as
Chamaerops and Mediterranean dwarf palm

How to care for European Fan Palm

How often to water your European Fan Palm

every 9
European Fan Palm needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Minneapolis, Minnesota
22% Very Low

Growing European Fan Palm in Minneapolis right now
Plant growth potential is currently very low 📉
February 5th, 2023
Sunlight intensity as measured by “net radiation” in Minneapolis is currently very low 📉.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in …
Sunlight will increase by 57.5% ☀️
February 6th, 2023
Minneapolis is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Minneapolis is expected to increase by 57.5% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 7.6 megajoules of energy p…
Daylight will increase by 1.5 hours 📈
February 7th, 2023
This month, Minneapolis is getting an average of 5.0 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 16.9% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 10.4 total hours of…
Finding light for European Fan Palm in your home

a window
European Fan Palm love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Minneapolis, Minnesota ⛅.
European Fan Palm does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

How to fertilize European Fan Palm

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your European Fan Palm after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

European Fan Palm is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!
Water Needs
European Fan Palm prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
European Fan Palm requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
Soil
European Fan Palm does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
European Fan Palm grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Growth Pattern
European Fan Palm is a clumping plant, meaning new growth will emerge from the soil around the parent plant.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
European Fan Palm can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 8a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Propagation
The seeds of European Fan Palm can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.
Care Summary for European Fan Palm
European Fan Palm
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
