Archontophoenix - Alexandra palm

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Alexandra Palm is native to Queensland and New South Wales, has classic "palm" looks, and is fast growing - making it a perfect palm for subtropical gardeners wanting to establish a native tropical garden in a hurry. Underplant with native gingers and ferns for a lush leafy effect.

It stands up to wet soils and seasonal flooding like a boss; and the bright cherry-like fruits are a favourite of metallic starling and wompoo doves.

image: Forest & Kim Starr via Flickr.

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Description

Archontophoenix alexandrae - Alexandra palm, alex palm

APPEARANCE : Tall straight palm with long arching deep green fronds. Grey horizontally banded trunk. Bunches of cream flowers, red berry fruits hang in long tails.
ORIGIN : Native to Queensland and New South Wales
USE FOR : Frost-free gardens to create a canopy or grand entrance; container planting in a sunny location when plants are young. Establishes quickly, perfect for gardeners looking to create a tropical paradise in a hurry.
CLIMATE : Protect from frost.
PLANTNG : Plant in free draining soil in a partly shaded to full sun location. Withstands seasonal flooding and heavy rainfall.
CARE: Mulch and water regularly until the plant is established, usually around 12 weeks. Provide plenty of water during extended dry seasons. For fast growth and lush green foliage feed with liquid fertiliser monthly during the growing season, September-February.
HEIGHT & WIDTH: 20 m H x 6 m W.
YOUR PLANTS : These are tubestock plants, healthy young plants with new roots that will establish quickly in your garden. The pot size is 80mm high and 42 mm wide.
You can see an example in the image gallery.
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