Jelly Palm Tree
Butia capitata
Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Preorder Shipping Schedule
We ship your plants when it's safe to transport them to your zone. Dates are estimated and subject to weather delays.
| Zone 3-4 | Week of March 30th |
| Zone 5 | Week of March 16th |
| Zone 6 | Week of March 2nd |
| Zone 7-12 | Week of February 23rd |
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| Under $50 | $9.99 |
| $50 - $99.99 | $14.99 |
| $100 - $149.99 | $16.99 |
| $150 - $198.99 | $24.99 |
| $199+ | FREE |
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The Jelly Palm (also known as the Pindo Palm) is not only one of the most popular of the feather Palm varieties but also one of the hardiest! Your Jelly Palm (Butia capitata) is easily recognizable for its curving foliage.
The 5 to 10-foot, fan-shaped leaves consist of elegant, grey/green-hued leaves that arch up, and then inward back toward the impressive trunk. The trunk itself tends to grow straight and true with a 1.5-foot circumference, decorated with the leaf stalks of previous years. The stalks can easily be trimmed for a more manicured look to the grey trunk if you prefer.
In late spring, small yellow/red flowers appear in clusters, eventually transitioning to the fruit this palm is known for. A bit larger than a cherry, the round to oval-shaped, yellow fruit is ready for harvest in mid to late summer.
Both sweet and tart, it has a somewhat fibrous flesh with a fruity bouquet reminiscent of variations of pineapple, apple, and banana (depending upon the soil conditions). It's excellent for use in jelly (thus the name). Some also ferment the fruit for use as a wine!
Landscape Application:
Jelly Palms can be expected to live up to 80 years and are obviously a great investment in an ornamental that's easy to care for and sure to provide enjoyment for years to come! Use one as a specimen plant for your landscape, or group with other Palms for a bigger impact!
Palms work well for urban environments in poorer soils and around hot, humid locations of your landscape. Loving seaside and xeric sites, poolside and backyard seating areas in the sun are perfect locations when you need a touch of exotic flair!
No yard? No problem! Try planting yours in a large raised bed planter or in large containers when young for a unique porch and patio specimen! Even balcony gardeners can enjoy the tropical presence of Jelly Palms in their sunny areas!
- Also Known As Pindo Palm
- Large Gray-Green Palm-Shaped Leaves With Silver Undersides
- Yellowish-Red Flower Clusters
- Sweet-Tart Yellow Fruit - Loved By Birds & Edible For Humans
- Straight Trunk
- Fantastic Specimens & Focal Point Trees
- Works In Large Planters When Young
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Palms need full sun and very well-drained soil to grow best. Provide moderate moisture for young trees and regular water for container plants. Once established, Jelly Palms are drought-tolerant! Prune the leaves off close to the trunk when they yellow or are damaged as needed. It's disease-resistant and doesn't mind the cold.
It's best to keep Jelly Palms away from walkways, driveways where you park your car, and directly over seating areas due to its summer fruit that can be a bit messy when it drops.
- Full Sun
- Well-Drained Soils
- Moderate Moisture - Handles Drought & Heat
- Prune Foliage As It Yellows/Is Damaged
- Cold Hardy, Disease-Resistant & Durable
Add a tropical flair to your landscape that provides loads of interest throughout the year plus tasty fruit for you or your wildlife! Now available at NatureHills.com!
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