Trachycarpus

Hardy Palm Trees for Sale in the UK

Looking for a palm tree that actually thrives in the British climate? Trachycarpus fortunei — the windmill palm — is the hardiest palm you can grow in the UK, shrugging off frost, wind and even snow. It is the go-to choice for an exotic, tropical look in gardens across England, Wales and even Scotland. At Grasslands Nursery we grow hardy palm trees for sale in a range of sizes, from young plants to established specimens with a thick trunk, all available to order online.

Why Trachycarpus is the best palm for UK gardens

• Fully hardy — tolerates temperatures down to around -15°C once established.
• Evergreen — bold, fan-shaped leaves all year round.
• Wind & coastal tolerant — ideal for exposed and seaside gardens.
• Architectural — instant tropical structure for borders, patios and large pots.

Palm Tree FAQs

Which palm trees are hardy in the UK?
Trachycarpus fortunei (the windmill or Chusan palm) is by far the most reliable hardy palm for UK gardens, coping with frost, wind and snow.

Can you grow palm trees in Scotland?
Yes — Trachycarpus fortunei is grown successfully across much of Scotland, especially in milder coastal areas, thanks to its excellent cold hardiness.

How fast do palm trees grow?
Trachycarpus is fairly slow-growing, adding around 20–30cm of trunk per year once established — buying a larger specimen gives instant height.

Do hardy palms need winter protection?
Established plants are very hardy. Young palms benefit from a sheltered spot and fleece on the coldest nights for their first few winters.

Trachycarpus or Windmill Palm

Trachycarpus also known as hemp palm, windmill palm or nepalese fan palm. Evergreen bushy tree with big bold hand shaped leaves, a large trunk that will in time become very tall,

They are one of the easiest palms to grow in our climate. Trachycarpus create their own trunk as new foliage pushes out from the top of the plant.

Where to Site Your Trachycarpus

Beautiful specimens that are ideal for architectural gardens, a real centre piece of any garden.

How to Grow and Look after your Trachycarpus

They grow well in full sun or lightly dappled shade and most soil conditions.

These are one of the easiest palms to grow and are very hardy. Need protecting from cold strong drying winds as this will make their large leaves look battered and sad and extreme hard frosts.

Trachycarpus will grow to the height of 12 meters and 2.5 meters wide

No pruning is required.