Sun, but appreciates some afternoon shade in summer. Evergreen to 15 degrees F. Sago is an ancient plant with arching glossy leaves and a palm-like form.
Sago tolerates many soil types, including clay, and it is extremely drought hardy once established; adult plants can go for months without supplemental water. Even if plants begin to drop leaves or dessicate in drought, they usually recover after rain.
The fruit on female plants are fatally toxic to dogs (and, unfortunately, they resemble a red rubber ball.)