King Palm (Archontophoenix cunninghamiana)

This Australian palm can grow over 20 metres tall!

King palm trees add elegant tropical appeal to residential and commercial landscape designs. Single specimens are typically used as a focal point in the landscape. Several trees can be planted in a row along a driveway or winding road in large residential and commercial landscapes.

This fast growing palm thrives in full sun to partial shade. It grows best in moist well drained soil.

USDA Hardiness Zone– Can be planted year-round in zones 10 – 11. 

Location – Choose a location that receives partial to full sun. The location should be large enough to accommodate full growth. Choose a spot where the full height of the plant will not interfere with power lines or other overhead obstructions. Allow a minimum of twelve to fifteen feet between plantings.

Soil – Archontophoenix cunninghamiana likes sandy, well-draining soil.