Windmill Palm Tree
Trachycarpus fortunii
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| $100 - $149.99 | $16.99 |
| $150+ | $24.99 |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Windmill Palm Tree highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Growth RateMedium
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Bloom PeriodSummer
Growing Zones 7-10
Have you ever admired a Palm tree and wished you could have one of your own? Well, the Windmill Palm (Trachycarpus fortunii) is your chance! This extremely cold hardy Palm is an excellent option for those who live in areas where most Palms would struggle.
Your Windmill Palm is a treasure among Palm trees! Huge, fan-like fronds appear as if gathered together to form a rounded head atop a tall, straight trunk. The fringy foliage has a green to yellow-green coloration with a somewhat silver underside.
The trunk itself is easily recognizable as the classic, tropical Palm trunk we all know and love. Rough, hairy-like fibers present a shredded-like appearance for that one-of-a-kind look that only improves with age.
Clusters of petite, yellow flowers form long panicles to adorn your Windmill Palm in the spring. By fall, small yellow/black drupes appear to close out the season. If you're inclined toward crafts, you may wish to make use of some of your Palms for projects. Native to China, this Palm tree has been used for thousands of years in the making of rope, cloth, and other items.
Landscape Application:
As if an easy-to-grow tropical Palm tree wasn't enough, your Windmill Palm features bonus, decorative features. Add a tropical flair around the pool or your backyard seating areas! Large planters even work well for these trees when young!
Plant one near an entrance, along a driveway, or even in containers on your porch. Unlike other palms that commonly drop debris, Windmill tends to remain as neat as a pin so it's welcome around your seating areas, driveway, and outdoor garden rooms!
- Tropical-Looking Classic Palm Leaves
- Hairy Shredded Trunk
- Spring Flower Clusters
- No Mess Palm Tree!
- Great Specimens, Focal Points & Large Planters
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Palms prefer full to partial sun and are adaptable to a variety of soil types, as long as well-drained. Give new trees regular water until established, but these trees become easy-care and low-maintenance. Windmill Palm is pest-resistant, and pollution-tolerant, and even deer tend to leave it alone!
- Full Sun & Partial Sun
- Well-Drained Soil Areas
- Moderate to Low Moisture Needs
- Trim Leaves As Needed
- Pest & Pollution Resistant
- More Cold-Hardy Than Other Palms - USDA Zones 7 to 10
For a tropical feel in an easy-to-grow tree, you can't go wrong with this cold-hardy Windmill Palm. Order now at NatureHills.com!
