Bio Facts: Windmill Palm, Chusan Palm
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Common Name:
Windmill Palm, Chusan Palm
Scientific Name:
Trachycarpus fortunei
Origin:
temperate and subtropical areas of Asia.
USDA Cold Hardiness Zones:
7b-10
Light Requirements:
Part shade is best but will take full sun with no problem.
Soil Requirements:
Regular watering is best but is drought tolerant.
Notes:
- Moderately salt tolerant
- Slow growing, but can reach heights of 20’-40’.
- Trunks are covered with a mat of loose grey-brown fiber
- Hardy cold tolerant palm that is accepting of many growing conditions making it great for using in containers
