How Fast Do Sago Palms Grow?

Sago palms usually grow 1 to 2 inches a year, but the rate varies according to local climate and growing practices. Give sago palms a well-draining potting mix similar to cactus potting soil and make sure the container has drainage holes.

Are sago palms worth money?

Plants in the cycad family are worth a bundle of money. ... The most popular cycads are sago palms. The reason for a sago is worth so much money is because it grows so slow. The slower a plant grows, the higher value it has.

Do sago palms get big?

Sago palms grow very slowly. Indoors, a two year old plant will just fit into a 5 inch pot. Since the roots are pot bound, this will keep the growth rate very slow. Outdoors, it can take 50 years or so for a mature plant to reach a 10 to 12 feet tall height.

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