Windmill Palm
Trachicarpus Fortunei
The Trachicarpus Fortunei (Windmill Palm) is a hardy, robust palm that can tolerate the cold to -18°C. It has a thick layer of protective hair on the trunk and big light-green, fan-shaped leaves that form a compact canopy. Small yellow flowers are formed in summer and are followed by blue-black berries.
Height
Grows approx 8 m high, and 4 m wide in 10 years. 75-100cm leaf spread.
Sun | Shade
Best in full sun.
Water
Requires little moisture once established and is drought tolerant. Tolerates Coastal sites, dry sites and windy sites.
Temperature
Minimum temperature: -5.5°C
Can handle frosts
Wind-Hardy.
Current Stock
Height: 0.50-1.5m
Price: $10-$40
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