Archontophoenix cunninghamiana
Bangalow Palm
Description
A familiar sight in the upper North Island, the Bangalow Palm is tough and handles our climate well. A particularly striking palm if planted in clumps out of the prevailing wind.
Origin
East coast of Australia from southern NSW to the east coast of Central Queensland
Form and size
Solitary, tall to c.20m.
Preferred habitat
Outdoors with some protection from wind. Looks best if grown in groups and in sheltered gullies. Water well in summer. Grows well in almost frost-free areas in northern New Zealand.
Growth rate
FastRate
Outdoors
Yes
Indoors
Yes (when young)
Wind
Some tolerance
Sea winds
Low tolerance
Sun
Good tolerance
Dryness
Some tolerance
Frost
Light frost only
As an indoor plant
Suitable for indoors when young. Graceful.
Restrictions
Not for sale in the Auckland region
Sizes and Prices
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