Chamaerops

Colours and shapes

The Chamaerops is also called dwarf palm or fan palm. The palm remains small compared to other palms and grows slowly. The Chamaerops has a compact leaf in the shape of a fan. Over time, yellow flowers may emerge from the lush leaves.

Symbolism

Palms are known as a symbol of eternal life and renewal. Chamaerops is derived from the Greek "chamae", which means "low" or "ground", and "ropis" which means "side shoot", which relates to the lush foliage of the palm.

Origin

The dwarf palm Chamaerops has its origin in the Mediterranean. The dwarf palm occurs naturally in all countries along the Mediterranean Sea, and is also planted there as an ornamental plant. The Chamaerops nowadays grows mainly in the Mediterranean, Europe and North Africa.

Care

• Chamaecyparis can be placed both in the sun and in the shade.
• The plant likes firm soil which retains moisture well.
• Do not allow the soil to dry out. Chamaecyparis will struggle to recover from this. 
• Feed with conifer food in spring. 
• if required, prune around the longest day in June, and again at the end of September.