Chamaedorea woodsoniana

This evergreen palm grows 5m - 10m tall and 3m wide at the crown.

Leaf fronds are bright green and can reach a length of 60cm. Separate male and female flowers in an inflorescence are followed by large clusters of seed on thick orange stems.

Part shade to full shade in moist but well-drained soil suits this palm best.

Remove old fronds when they get tatty and die back. Mulch annually with an organic mulch to help retain moisture and suppress weeds. Each spring apply an organic-based fertiliser such as blood and bone at a handful per square metre as new growth begins.

Palm Garden