Trachycarpus fortunei, commonly known as the Windmill Palm, is a hardy, evergreen palm celebrated for its fan-shaped fronds, elegant trunk, and architectural presence. It is one of the most cold-tolerant palms, making it perfect for UK gardens, patios, or landscaped spaces.
With its slender, fibrous trunk and large, pleated green leaves, Trachycarpus fortunei adds instant tropical character and vertical interest to gardens of all sizes. Its compact canopy allows light to filter through, creating a striking yet unobtrusive feature. This palm thrives in well-drained soil and is highly resilient to wind, frost, and urban conditions.
Key Features:
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Hardy, evergreen palm with fan-shaped fronds
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Slender, fibrous trunk for tropical architectural interest
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Cold-tolerant, suitable for UK climates
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Low-maintenance, long-lived, and adaptable
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Ideal for patios, borders, or garden focal points
Planting & Care:
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Position: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil; tolerant of a wide range of soils
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Watering: Regular during establishment; drought-tolerant once mature
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Pruning: Remove old fronds as needed to maintain neat appearance
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Hardiness: Fully hardy, tolerates frost and wind
Design Ideas:
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Plant as a focal point in lawns, courtyards, or terraces
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Use in groups or lines for tropical avenues or structured borders
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Combine with Mediterranean or subtropical planting like Lavandula or Olea
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Ideal for creating a low-maintenance exotic garden style
Final Thought:
With its graceful, fan-shaped fronds, fibrous trunk, and cold-hardiness, Trachycarpus fortunei brings tropical elegance and vertical structure to UK gardens. It’s a low-maintenance, long-lived palm that delivers year-round interest and architectural impact.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.