Watermelon Palm

The watermelon palm has a clear single trunk with 10-12ft long pinnate leaves that are growing from a long yellow crownshaft. This palm has a spectacular bright red leaflet that emerges from the dark green crown and lasts for about 2 weeks.This moderate fast growing palm can get up to 20ft tall. It likes full sun but can also grow in partial shade. It does best in moist well drained soil.