Chamaerops Excelsa / Trachycarpus fortunei wagnerianus
€85.00
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Description
Quick Facts
- Foliage: Evergreen, fan-shaped fronds (stiffer and more compact than standard Trachycarpus fortunei)
- Position: Full sun to partial shade; sheltered is best, but it’s notably wind-tolerant
- Soil: Free-draining soil; avoid winter waterlogging
- Habit: Architectural palm with a tidy crown; forms a trunk over time
- Great for: Statement pots, courtyards, contemporary gardens, exposed or coastal sites
- Hardiness: One of the toughest palms for Irish gardens (still protect in severe cold)
- Maintenance: Low — mainly watering while establishing and occasional tidy-up
Why you’ll love it
If you love the look of a palm but want something that feels made for real gardens, ‘Wagnerianus’ is the one. It has the same bold, architectural presence as a windmill palm, but with smaller, stiffer fronds that hold their shape beautifully — especially in windier spots.
It brings instant structure to a border, anchors gravel and Mediterranean-style planting, and looks exceptional in a large pot where you want year-round impact without constant fuss.
Caragh Garden Notebook (our growing tips)
Give it light, drainage and a little shelter while it settles in. It’s very resilient once established, but like most palms it dislikes sitting wet through winter — so choose a free-draining spot, or improve heavier soil with grit.
Water regularly in its first growing season, then it becomes much more drought-tolerant. In pots, use a large container with excellent drainage and keep it on the drier side over winter. Remove any tired lower fronds as needed to keep the plant looking crisp.
Additional information
| Variation | 10L, 20-30cm stem with a total height of 90-110cm tall, 15L 80-100cm, 25L 140-160cm |
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