The Spindle Palm (Hyophorbe verschaffeltii) is a compact, sculptural palm from the Mascarene Islands, named for its trunk that swells gracefully in the middle like a spindle. A close cousin of the Bottle Palm but taller and fuller, it delivers architectural character at a size that works in courtyards, entries, and smaller South Florida yards.
Why Florida Customers Choose Us
Spindle Palm Breakdown
Appearance:
Smooth, light-gray trunk with a distinctive mid-column swell, ringed with leaf scars, topped by a tidy crown of stiffly arching, feather-type fronds in bright green.
Mature palms produce small orange-red fruit.
Growth Rate:
Slow to moderate — it keeps its refined scale for years.
Size:
Typically 15–20 feet at maturity; often enjoyed for a decade or more at half that height.
Sunlight Requirements:
Full sun to light partial shade; develops its best form in sun.
Water Needs:
Low to moderate.
Water regularly while young; established palms are respectably drought-tolerant.
Soil Preferences:
Sandy, well-draining soil; notably salt-tolerant, making it a solid pick for coastal properties.
Maintenance:
Very low.
A small crown means minimal frond drop; feed with palm fertilizer 2–3 times a year.
Landscape Use:
Entry and courtyard focal points, poolside beds, rock and specimen gardens, and pairings with its cousin the Bottle Palm for a collector's look.
Climate Tolerance:
USDA zones 10b–11.
Frost-sensitive — ideal for coastal South Florida, protect in rare cold events inland.
For a palm that reads as chosen rather than default — compact, shapely, and salt-tough — the Spindle Palm earns its spot as a signature piece in smaller tropical landscapes.
Florida Delivery Available
We have in-stock Spindle Palm ready to ship throughout Florida. Multiple sizes available with professional installation options. Order online or text/call 561-898-2028 for expert advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to Plant & Care for Spindle Palm in Florida
Choose Sun + Clearance
Palms prefer full to partial sun. Allow room for frond spread and future trunk growth.
Plant Slightly High
Dig a wide hole and plant with the root ball level to slightly above grade. Palms do not like being buried.
Backfill + Water In
Backfill with native soil and water thoroughly to settle. Avoid compacting too aggressively.
Consistent Watering (Critical)
Water deeply and consistently during the first few weeks. Most palm issues come from under-watering early on.
Fertilizer + Pruning
Remove only fully brown fronds. Apply a slow-release palm fertilizer after the palm has settled in.
Professional Installation Available: Not comfortable planting yourself? We offer expert installation services throughout Florida. Our team has 15+ years of experience ensuring your plants thrive. Call 561-898-2028 to add installation to your order.
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