Mule Palm Tree

XButiagrus nabonnandii
  • Fast-growing full canopy statement palm
  • Resembles a smaller version of a Coconut Palm
  • Large arching feathery palm
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Deer Resistant Deer Resistant
Drought Tolerant Drought Tolerant
Full Sun Full Sun
Cold Hardy Cold Hardy
Grows Well In Zones: 8-11 Outdoors
Mature Height: 15-25 ft
Mature Width: 15-20 ft
Sunlight: Full Sun
Growth Rate: Fast
Shape: Tree
Placement: Outdoors

Q: How big do Mule Palms get?
A: They grow up 15-25 ft tall and 15-20 ft wide, so be sure to leave enough space for them to grow.

Q: Are Mule Palms fast growing?
A: Mule Palms grow fast, at a rate of 2-4 feet per year.

Q: What are Mule Palms?
A: Mule Palms are a hybrid cross between the Queen Palm and the Pindo Palm, resulting in a great mix of elegance and cold-hardiness.

Q:  Are Mule Palms fast growing?
A:  Yes, Mule Palms are considered a fast growing palm variety. They grow at a rate of 2-4 feet per year.

1. Sunlight 

Mule Palms need to be planted in locations where they can receive full sun.

2. Water 

  • For the first month, water twice a week. After it is established, water once a week unless it rains. 
  • Watering needs to be thorough to make sure the bottom roots receive water at every watering.
  • Space out watering sessions so the roots are able to dry. 
  • The amount of water needed per palm per watering session is equivalent to the volume of the planting hole that was dug for each palm. This amount may range from 2 gallons for small containerized material to 15 gallons for larger palms.
  • Plants in a container need more constant watering than those planted on the ground.
  • Overwatering or bad drainage can cause permanent damage to the roots over time.
  • Placing mulch over the roots can help with water retention. Use caution not to allow the mulch to touch the base of the palm, otherwise it can cause rot.

Seasonal watering changes 

Depending on  your geographic location and the intensity of the season, you may need to adjust watering accordingly:

Winter: (60 degrees or less) no need to water, except for the first 30 days after installation.

Spring: (75 degrees or less) Once a week.

Beginning of Summer: (90 degrees or less) Twice a  week.

Heat of Summer: (90 degrees and above) Three times a week.

3. Fertilization 

Mule Palm Trees should be fertilized three times a year in the Spring, Summer and end of Summer. Use a general purpose blend specific to palms, and be sure to follow the instructions on the label. 

4. Soil 

Mule Palms tolerate most soils, as long as they drain well.To improve drainage combine 70% soil with 30% coarse sand.

5. Pruning 

Mule Palms are not self-cleaning, so yo you’ll have to prune off any fronds when they turn brown and are completely dead. Since the tree is still gaining nutrients from fronds that contain even the slightest green, wait until the frond is completely dead before removing it.

6. Winter Care 

If temperatures drop below 20° F, wrap trunk with thick blanket and if possible, wrap incandescent lights around the blanket for added heat. 

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