Windmill palm | Trachycarpus fortunei - Stem 130-140cm - Height 180-220cm - 70lt FagusTrachycarpus fortunei, commonly known as the Chusan palm or windmill palm, is a highly versatile and hardy choice for UK gardens. Its tall, slender trunk is covered in fibrous bark, topped with a crown of large, fan shaped evergreen leaves that create an instant tropical effect. Despite its exotic appearance, it is one of the most cold tolerant palms available, making it well suited to British climates. Ideal for sheltered positions in full sun or
Attractive to bees and birds
bloom in May and are followed by plum-like
It has yellow skin with orange-red blush and crisp
Its leaves are dark green and reddish-purple in autumn
since it is fast-growing and can be very invasive
Eddie from Vancouver
only to become scarlet in autumn
It can be used as a screen or hedge in large gardens
in a position sheltered from harsh winds
except extreme
vigorous roots may lift sidewalks
Star jasmine ‘Star of Toscana’ grows best in fertile