Archontophoenix

Alexandrae

aka King Palm, Feather Palm A tall, attractive palm with silver undertones from the tropics of Queensland that will grow very well in NZ warmer climates. Prefers to be grown outside but while they are young can be grown indoors or in a covered patio/deck. Protect from harsh winds and look great if group planted. Water well in Summer. Has a low tolerance to coastal wind, dryness and frosts. Leaves: Evergreen, Green.

Mt Lewis

aka Purple King Palm A tall, slender Palm from Australia, commonly called Purple King Palm. It has lush, elegant, dark green fronds that grow fast and arch giving shade to any under plantings in the garden. Grown outside in a sheltered position or indoors while its still young. Keep moist through Summer. Good use for pool areas, parks, along driveways, as a specimen and screening to give a modern, mediterranean, architectural look and feel. Leaves: Evergreen, Dark.