A slow, sculptural cycad forming a stout trunk crowned with a symmetrical whorl of stiff, glossy dark green fronds. A timeless feature plant in pots and gardens; all parts are highly toxic to pets and people.
At a glance
- Plant type: Palm or cycad
- Mature size: 2 m H × 2 m W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: happy on low water
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Sago Palm
Cycas revoluta is a slow-growing palm or cycad in the Cycadaceae family. It reaches around 2 m tall and 2 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage.
Where to grow Sago Palm
Sago Palm suits subtropical and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot. It also tolerates salt-laden coastal winds.
Soil & planting
Sago Palm does best in free-draining soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Sago Palm performs well with relatively little water once established. Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth. Check moisture below the mulch during establishment and water thoroughly when needed rather than following a rigid schedule.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Sago Palm in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. Its ongoing care level is low maintenance.
Using Sago Palm in the garden
Sago Palm earns its place for a feature or specimen planting and pots and courtyard containers. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
Build the planting around neighbours suited to the same happy on low water and subtropical climate as Sago Palm. Repeating the foliage or flower colour nearby will make the composition feel deliberate.
Good to know
Note that it is toxic to cats and dogs, so site it away from pets that chew.
Buying Sago Palm
Plant Sale lists Sago Palm as potted plants and advanced specimens. Use the interest form above to check current sizes, pricing and availability before ordering.
