Royal palm (Roystonea regia)
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Palm

Royal palm

Roystonea regia

Good choice

Tall and formal, with a smooth gray trunk. It needs room: falling fronds are heavy, so keep it away from roofs and drives. It wants regular water and palm fertilizer for good color.

USDA zones
10a–10b
Sun
Full sun
Salt tolerance
Medium
Drought tolerance
Low
Mature size
50–70 ft tall
Florida native
Yes
Florida-Friendly
Yes

Source: UF/IFAS Extension and Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ guidance; invasive status per the Florida Invasive Species Council. Written in our own words.