Palms for the SouthwestPalms that thrive in the humid Southeast may not survive in the arid Southwest. Here are three suggestions for palms suited to desert climates, and some that can be grown as annuals.
- The desert fan palm (figure D) is an attractive palm and will survive well in Arizona, California or other parts of the desert Southwest. They can also sometimes be grown in the Southeast, but may sustain some winter damage.
- Though they may not survive year-round, some tropical palms can be grown as annuals in the Southwest. An example is Cammadora metallica (figure E) which can be a great patio-plant that survives well in low light. Another good choice to treat as an annual is the Dypsis or teddy-bear palm.
- The Butia commonly known as jelly palm (figure F) is hardy in the warmer parts of the Southeast, but it can survive in the sandy Southwest.
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