Trachycarpus Fortunei 18 Litre Pot

Trachycarpus fortunei – Hardy Palm with Exotic Evergreen Impact

Trachycarpus fortunei, commonly known as the Chusan palm or windmill palm, is one of the hardiest and most reliable palms for UK gardens, bringing a bold, tropical feel to even the coldest climates. With its sturdy, fibrous trunk and elegant fan-shaped fronds, this evergreen palm creates instant architectural presence and year-round structure in borders, courtyards, and container displays.

Thriving in full sun or partial shade, Trachycarpus fortunei is remarkably tolerant of cold, wind, and exposed sites once established. Its slow-growing, upright habit makes it an excellent choice for adding vertical interest without overwhelming smaller spaces. Use it as a dramatic focal point, a statement container plant, or in pairs to flank entrances and pathways for a truly exotic look.

Low-maintenance and long-lived, this hardy palm adds lasting impact and a touch of the Mediterranean to any garden style — from contemporary courtyards to traditional landscapes.

Key Features

• Exotic Evergreen: Fan-shaped fronds deliver bold, tropical structure year-round

• Hardy Performer: One of the most cold-tolerant palms – thrives even in UK winters

• Architectural Form: Strong vertical presence ideal as a focal point or feature plant

• Low Maintenance: Slow-growing, easy to care for, and suitable for containers

• Versatile Style: Perfect for modern gardens, patios, or coastal landscapes

Ideal For

• Bold focal points in borders or lawns

• Statement planting in containers and courtyards

• Flanking entrances, doorways, or garden paths

• Adding tropical structure to contemporary or classic garden designs

Growing Conditions

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Moist, well-drained soil; tolerates poorer soils once established

• Hardiness: Fully hardy across most of the UK

• Care: Minimal – remove dead fronds as needed to maintain a tidy shape

Trachycarpus Fortunei 18 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Average Rate Of Growth Evergreen

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.