Light: Full sun to light shade; afternoon shade is beneficial in Phoenix, especially for young palms. Avoid intense reflected heat.
Water: Water deeply, then allow the upper several inches of soil to dry. Established palms tolerate some drought but need regular deep irrigation during Phoenix summers; reduce watering in winter.
Soil: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil. Tolerates moderately alkaline soil, but poor drainage and heavy salt buildup can cause problems.
Mature size: Usually 15–20 feet tall and 10–15 feet wide; very old specimens may reach 25 feet tall.
Bloom: Typically flowers in late spring to early summer once mature; orange-yellow fruits ripen later in summer or fall.
Evergreen / deciduous: Evergreen.
Growth rate: Slow.