Palm Trees

Palm trees are among the most well-known and widely recognised tree families. They can be seen in parks and public gardens in temperate areas all over the world as well as in many private gardens and indoor locations such as prestigious offices and hotels.

Palm trees belong to a family of flowering plants called Arecales. There are about 202 genera of palm trees which include 2600 known species. Most palm trees can be found in tropical, subtropical, and warm temperate climates, though palm trees also grow in nearly every type of habitat; from high mountain ranges to rainforests and deserts.

Most well-known varieties of palm trees can be distinguished by having large, compound, evergreen leaves at the top of a single un-branched stem. However, there are exceptions and palm trees can exhibit incredible morphological diversity.

PLANT FACT!

Palm trees have played an important role in many civilisations throughout much of human history. In ancient times palm trees symbolised victory, peace and fertility. Today, palm trees are more likely to remind us of the tropics and holidays in exotic locations. Apart from their ornamental and symbolic value, palm trees have been cultivated for thousands of years as a source of food and other useful products, notably palm oil and dates.

PALM TREES FOR SALE

If youre looking for a palm tree to add an exotic tropical look to your garden or conservatory, Garden Plants Online can help. We have a good range of hardy palm trees for sale, including all popular varieties of UK palm trees. These species have been selected because they are suitable for outdoor cultivation in most parts of the UK, though they may need adequate winter protection in some locations. We also have some more exotic and tropical palm trees for sale which make great specimen plants indoors or as container plants in sheltered patios.