Butia ‘Pindo’ Palm

The Butia odorata, also known as the Pindo Palm, is a Lowcountry staple, hardy and found all throughout South Carolina. Known also as the "Jelly Palm", this tree will produce large quantities of fruit which is used to make jellies and jams. It will tolerate drought and some salt spray. This is a slow growing palm, reaching 10-20ft in height. 

 

Sold Individually
Available in 7Gal, 25Gal

This palm likes full sun, however its leaves grow longer in partial shade (though it will lose its silvery color).

This plant likes deep, infrequent waterings and well draining soil. Water the base of the trunk and avoid watering the fronds to prevent disease. 

 

Spring/ Summer/ Fall: 
Water deeply and let the top few inches of soil dry out in between waterings. Water more frequently during hot spells.

 

Winter:
Water once a month during the winter months. 

We suggest Espoma Palm Tone.

 

Proper nutrition is important to the health of your plant and its longevity. To ensure your tree is getting the appropriate nutrition, use a fertilizer labelled for palms and apply according to the label.