Trachycarpus fortunei
Native: china
Hardiness Zone: 7 - 11
Light Range: plant grows in part shade to full sun
Soil Characteristics: sand or loam
Tolerances: moderate drought tolerance
Landscape Use: specimen; filler
Height: 4 - 10 feet
Spread: 6 - 10 feet
Growth Rate: moderate
Leaf Size: up to 3’
Leaf Persistence: evergreen
Wildlife: not susceptible to deer
Insect & Diseases: rarely scale or palm aphid
Roaming Roots Tips:
Adds height and texture to most gulf coast gardens.
Group with philodendron, coontie, saw palmettos and Sabal palms for a show of foliage.