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aka Pony Tail Palm

An unusual 'Palm' with a fat swollen base that increases with age. This base is topped off with a mop of branched green foliage that curves backwards reminiscent of a pony tail. Can be grown outdoors but must be protected from all frost. Good drainage is also essential. Evergreen.

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aka European Fan Palm

One of the most cold hardy of all ornamental palms that will withstand frost and even occasional snow, but tolerates heat as well. Often has a multi trunked habit, is useful as a screening plant, having a wide spread. Slow growing in the garden or in a pot on the deck. Drought and wind resistant.

An attractive clumping palm with a distinctive blue hue to its leaves it is slow growing and suits patio planters and confined landscape situations. Can grow between 1-5m in 10years.

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aka Sago Palm

Known as Japanese Sago Palm but not recommended for making a Sago pudding! Slow growing and evergreen this Cycad has dark green, spine tipped leaves with rolled back margins hence the name 'revoluta'. Plant in sun or part shade, protect from harsh frost, does well in a container - indoors or out.

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aka Sugar Cane Palm

A really stunning specimen for smaller gardens and can be used as a smaller palm for enclosed spaces such as Courtyards and small patio areas. It will produce multiple ringed trunks that add to its elegance. Prefers a sheltered position but can tolerate shade or sun. Can use as an indoor plant.
Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland

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aka Big Mountain Palm

A palm that will tolerate wind and light frost once established. Excellent for coastal planting and has a very showy white trunk as it grows creating quite a focal point. Enjoys regular feeding and likes full sun-semi shade. While its young they can be grown in a container or as an indoor plant.

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aka Scaly Zamia Cycad

A medium to large cycad that matures to form an erect trunk suited to subtropical and temperate climates. Prefers a shady spot in the garden. Great for adding a subtropical look to your garden or equally at home in a feature pot. Tolerates light frosts.

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aka Dwarf Date Palm

This delightful little palm is a favourite landscape item and is widely grown. It prefers a warm frost-free environment away from strong winds, it will tolerate full sun, it will do better with a little shade. Likes good drainage. Slow growing, looks great in a subtropical garden. Evergreen

Displays perfectly in combination with other palms.

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aka Kermadec Nikau

Also known as Norfolk Island Palm. A fast growing and very attractive growing palm that has gentle arching fronds from a solid trunk. Great to use in a sub-tropical garden or where a specimen tree will make a good focal point.

Uses Architectural, backyard,frontyard,Mediterranean, modern, native and tropical.

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aka Chatham Island Nikau

An elegant graceful form of the beloved Nikau palm. Long fan like rich green leaves extend upright from the shiny bulbous butt at the top of the smooth trunk. Small pale pink flowers from December to February. Must be planted in shade. Evergreen.

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aka NZ Nikau

Iconic native plant, the Nikau Palm is ideal for the tropical look in your garden. Long fan like rich green leaves extend upright from the shiny bulbous butt at the top of the smooth trunk. I suppose you could say the overall effect is that of a giant feather duster! Happiest in shade. Evergreen.