Tropical Plant News

The blue hesper palm is highly prized in the UK due to the way it adds a dramatic dash of colour. Also known as Brahea armata, this stunning palm tree features blue-greyish fronds, which can change to a white hue in some lights. Highlighting the plant in a column for the Daily Mail, Constance...

Those looking to create an exotic feel without the use of palm trees could turn to Cordyline australis. Its cabbage palm moniker can be misleading, as although it looks similar to a palm tree, it does not belong in this classification of plant species. However, according to the Daily Mail's...

Those unsure of where to start with an exotic-themed border should turn to the Canary Island date palm. According to the Daily Mail's Constance Craig Smith, Phoenix canariensis is "ideal for beginners" as it is simple to cultivate and grows quickly. She explained that two main factors need to...

Green-fingered enthusiasts may be surprised at how quickly their palm trees become drought tolerant. This is the view of the Daily Mail's Nigel Colborn, who said that palm trees become notably hardy after an initial dose of watering during the establishment period. He recommended some of the...

The lady palm is a tolerant plant, making it very easy to care for. This is according to an article published by eHow, which underlined how this interesting indoor palm needs very little upkeep. It said that the key to cultivating a healthy lady palm - also known as Rhapsis excelsa - is...