Ponytail Palm 45G

Ponytail Palm in 45-Gallon Pot available in Jupiter, FL

Quirky, architectural, and surprisingly tough—the Ponytail Palm (Beaucarnea recurvata) is a true character in the landscape. With its bulbous trunk base and fountain of long, curling leaves, it brings sculptural charm and desert flair to tropical gardens. Despite its name, it's not a true palm—this drought-loving beauty is actually more closely related to agaves. In South Florida, it thrives in full sun, poor soil, and pots or the ground alike.

This 45-gallon specimen is large, mature, and ready to shine as a sculptural focal point in xeriscapes, patios, or architectural gardens.

Care & Growing Info (Optimized for South Florida):

• Sunlight: Full sun preferred—at least 6 hours daily. Can tolerate part sun but thrives brightest in direct light.

• Watering: Very low. A drought-tolerant champion—let soil dry between waterings. Overwatering is the fastest way to harm it.

• Soil: Loves sandy, well-draining soil. Avoid clay or soggy spots. Great in raised beds or pots.

• Fertilizer: Feed sparingly—once or twice a year with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring/summer.

• Growth Habit: Thick, bottle-shaped trunk with arching green fronds. In a 45-gallon pot, typically 6–8 feet tall. Can reach 20–30 feet tall over many years in the ground.

• Temperature: USDA Zones 9b–11. Extremely heat-tolerant; protect from frost when young.

• Maintenance: Very low. Prune only to remove dead leaves or pups if desired. Grows slowly, so little upkeep needed.

Foliage & Trunk Notes:
The base stores water like a built-in reservoir, while the long, strap-like leaves drape down like a ponytail, giving the plant its playful name.

Medicinal & Nutritional Benefits:
Primarily ornamental. While not typically used for food or medicine, it's valued for its air-purifying qualities and resilience in drought-prone areas.

Ideal For:

• Xeriscaping and low-water gardens

• Container gardens and poolside planters

• Sculptural focal points

• Indoor/outdoor patio décor

• Gardeners who love bold texture with low effort

Plant Classification:

• Scientific Name: Beaucarnea recurvata

• Plant Type: Succulent-like ornamental tree

• Family: Asparagaceae

• Class: Monocot

• Growth Form: Broadleaf evergreen perennial

  • Evergreen: Keeps foliage year-round

  • Perennial: Long-lived and slow-growing

  • Broadleaf: Thin, arching leaves with a grassy texture

• Container Size: 45-gallon pot

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