Let’s face it, who doesn’t love a palm tree? Palm trees provide a reliably refreshing and tropical look that perks up any space, whether outdoors or indoors. But if you’re in Houston, you are probably wondering which kinds of palm trees will grow well in your city and its surrounding area.
Palm Trees That Grow Well in Houston
There are several different palm tree species that you can grow that will thrive in Houston. Let’s discover them below.
Coconut Palm Tree
The Coconut Palm tree is the type of impressive palm tree most of us think of when we imagine a palm. As implied by the name, the Coconut Palm grows coconuts.
If you grow one of these outdoors, you’ll be amazed at how large they can get. If you prefer, you can also grow these in containers. You may even keep them inside, but they’ll grow quite small. They’ll still grow coconuts, though.
There’s no doubt about it, this is a truly gorgeous tree. The Dianthus Coconut Palm grows a canopy of spectacular green, and it has ringed bark on the trunk.
Christmas Palm
If you want a smaller palm tree that does well in Houston, the Christmas Palm is an option. This tree generally grows between 10 and 20 feet tall. You can grow these in the ground or in a pot. Many Houston homeowners enjoy planting Christmas Palms in pots they keep on their patios.
Christmas Palms is a multi-trunked plant, giving it a unique look. Even more strikingly, the Christmas Palm grows fruits of a bright crimson (hence the name, Christmas) hue in the winter (and even the late fall). Many Houston residents enjoy having one of these plants around during the festive season.
This plant originally came from the Philippines, but today it graces homes in the United States, including Houston. It’s also extremely popular in Florida.
Parlor Palm
The appropriately named Parlor Palm is another palm tree you can have in Houston. This palm tree is appropriate for planting in a pot or other container and keeping indoors.
The Parlor Palm is a versatile plant able to deal with a variety of conditions. It doesn’t need much light, and you don’t have to worry about humidity levels. This plant’s fronds are light green.
Ponytail Palm
The Ponytail Palm is a popular houseplant in Houston. You’ll sometimes also hear people call this plant the Elephant Foot Palm.
This plant has unique gray bark. Of course, the fronds are green. If you want a Ponytail Palm, you should keep it in a container. As this species is so versatile, you won’t have to worry much about where you put it.
One of the perks of the Ponytail Palm is how it grows white flowers in the summer months. These delicate little flowers are a lovely visual treat. They are visible over the crown of the plant.
If you’re like most Houston homeowners, you’ll keep this plant indoors in the cooler months and put them outdoors in the spring and summer.
Cardboard Palm Tree
Consider getting a Cardboard Palm Tree for a low-maintenance palm tree to keep indoors. It’s a slow-growing plant, and it should do well even if you forget about it for a while.
If you want your Cardboard Palm Tree to do well, ensure it gets enough sunlight. It does best in bright sunlight, but it may also do well in moderate light. Make sure you plant this plant in well-drained soil.
Final Thoughts
Now you know what kinds of palm trees you can successfully grow in Houston. Which one (or ones) will you choose?