Chinese Fan Palm
Chinese Fan Palm
Chinese Fan Palm
Chinese Fan Palm
Chinese Fan Palm
Chinese Fan Palm
Chinese Fan Palm
Chinese Fan Palm
Chinese Fan Palm
Chinese Fan Palm
Chinese Fan Palm
Chinese Fan Palm

Chinese Fan Palm

Livistona chinensis
  • Tropical Elegance: Graceful fan-shaped fronds add a lush, exotic vibe indoors or outdoors.
  • Versatile Growth: Thrives as a Chinese Fan Palm indoor plant or full sun landscape centerpiece.
  • Pet-Friendly Choice: Safe for cats and dogs, unlike many other tropical palms.
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The Chinese Fan Palm (Livistona chinensis), also known as the Fountain Palm, is prized for its tropical elegance and adaptability. With its signature fan-shaped fronds and graceful fountain-like growth, this palm makes an exceptional focal point both indoors and outdoors. We offer Chinese Fan Palm for sale in nursery-grown 3-gallon planters, carefully cultivated in Florida and shipped fresh to your door. Whether you’re looking for a Chinese Fan Palm indoor accent or a full grown Chinese Fan Palm for your landscape, this hardy species thrives in bright light and adds long-lasting beauty. Known for its manageable size and low-maintenance care, Fountain Palms are ideal for plant lovers seeking a touch of tropical sophistication.

Why Choose the Chinese Fan Palm?

Distinctive Appearance: Fan-shaped fronds form a striking, fountain-like silhouette.

Versatile Growth: Perfect as a Chinese Fan Palm indoor plant or an outdoor showpiece.

Ideal Height: Chinese Fan Palm height averages 15–25 feet outdoors, but stays manageable in containers.

Low Maintenance: Hardy and adaptable, tolerating a range of light conditions.

Nursery Fresh: Shipped directly from our Florida nursery in 3-gallon containers.

Chinese Fan Palm Care

The Chinese Fan Palm is easy to grow with regular light, moderate watering, and well-draining soil. It adapts to a range of environments, thriving both indoors near bright windows and outdoors in sun or partial shade.

Sunlight: Plant in full sun to partial shade, with 6–8 hours of daily light.

Watering: Keep soil lightly moist, watering regularly during hot or dry periods.

Soil: Use well-draining soil to prevent root rot.

Hardiness: Best suited for USDA Zones 9–11.

Light: Place your Chinese Fan Palm indoor near a bright window with indirect sunlight.

Watering: Allow the soil surface to dry slightly before watering again.

Humidity: Benefits from occasional misting to maintain healthy fronds.

Temperature: Keep above 50°F and protect from drafts.

Pruning: Remove yellow or damaged fronds to keep your palm tidy.

Repotting: Refresh soil every 2–3 years if container grown.

Pests: Check occasionally for spider mites or scale insects.

Winter Care: Container palms can be moved indoors in colder climates.

Chinese Fan Palm Care Guide

Expert Grower’s Tips

Advice from our growing experts

Balanced Watering

Balanced Watering

Avoid extremes by keeping soil consistently moist without letting it become waterlogged. This balance is key to preventing root rot while encouraging steady growth.

Outdoor Success

Outdoor Success

Plant your Fountain Palm in well-drained soil with ample sun exposure to encourage its iconic fountain-like shape. Mulching helps retain moisture and keeps roots cool in hot weather.

Indoor Longevity

Indoor Longevity

When grown as a Chinese Fan Palm indoor plant, rotate the pot monthly to ensure even growth. Occasional misting keeps fronds lush and prevents dryness indoors.

These tips are based on 30+ years of professional growing experience at our Florida nursery.

Chinese Fan Palm FAQ

Chinese Fan Palms thrive in well-draining soil and require exposure to sun or partial shade. Regular but moderate watering is best, keeping soil lightly moist without becoming soggy. Pruning dead fronds enhances the palm’s appearance and supports long-term health.

Chinese Fan Palm height typically reaches 15–25 feet outdoors, making it an excellent mid-sized palm for landscaping. A full grown Chinese Fan Palm can create a dramatic tropical look without overwhelming smaller spaces. In containers, they stay more compact and manageable.

Chinese Fan Palms are non-toxic and safe for cats and dogs, unlike many tropical plants. This makes them an excellent choice for pet-friendly homes and gardens. Always monitor pets around plants to avoid accidental damage to fronds.

Water Chinese Fan Palms regularly during warm months, keeping soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Established palms tolerate short dry periods, but container palms require closer attention. In winter, reduce watering as growth slows.

Yes, the Chinese Fan Palm indoor variety adapts well to bright rooms with indirect sunlight. It remains smaller in pots, making it suitable for offices, foyers, or living rooms. With proper care, it brings a touch of the tropics inside year-round.

Fountain Palms is another name for the Chinese Fan Palm, referencing its elegant, fountain-like fronds. This nickname highlights its striking appearance in both landscapes and containers. When shopping for Chinese Fan Palm for sale, you may also find it listed as Fountain Palm.

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