Landscape uses
Where it works well
- Coastal landscapes
- Resort projects
- Tropical focal points
- Large residential sites
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Coconut Palm
Cocos nucifera
Coconut Palm is selected for its distinctive form and strong impact on high-visibility projects. Its mature form, approximately 50–80 ft tall by 20–30 ft wide, should be coordinated with the project's long-term space and maintenance plan.
Planning information
Plant specifications
Use these typical characteristics for early planning. Final performance depends on site conditions, installation, irrigation, and ongoing care.
- Mature height
- 50–80 ft
- Mature spread
- 20–30 ft
- Light
- Full sun
- Water
- Moderate
- Florida zones
- 10B–11
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Salt tolerance
- High
- Cold tolerance
- Low
- Drought tolerance
- Moderate
- Plant habit
- Tall tropical palm
- Maintenance
- Moderate
Spacing & care
Plan for long-term success
Spacing
Allow for a mature spread of 20–30 ft, with added clearance from buildings, walks, utilities, and sightlines where appropriate.
Care notes
Best in warm South Florida and coastal microclimates. Keep falling fruit away from walks, parking, and gathering areas.
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