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PRITCHARDIA PALMS - THE HAWAIIAN FAN PALM
SINGLE TRUNK, SOLITARY GREEN LEAF FAN PALM

MANY SPECIES - DIFFERENT SIZES AND APPEARANCES
A NICE WAY TO ADD DIVERSITY TO THE GARDEN
GARDEN SPECIMENS AND NURSERY PLANTS

This genus is mostly native to Hawaii, but some species extend into the South Pacific. At our nursery, we specialize in the native species from Hawaii because they are more cold tolerant and easier to grow in Southern California. All are tropical fan palms and all are very desirable. For those of you who "only like feather palms", think again. These plants are gorgeous and add a real diversity to the garden. There are about 25 or so species in this genus, and at any time we typically offer ten or more species for sale. They tend to be small to medium sized palms, typically under 20 feet of height with thin or medium sized trunks. The leaves are near entire and often flat in their shape. They are easy to grow and some tolerate temperatures into the mid-twenties F. In coastal areas they take full or part day sun. Inland they may be grown in strong filtered light.

We have all sizes from seedlings, medium sized plants on up to boxed specimens. Shown below is an array of garden or Nursery plants of many sizes and species. Come visit us and you'll be pleasantly surprised to see that we have hundreds of this genus for sale. Over the past 3 decades we have sold thousands of Pritchardia of all species and everyone loves them. We are one of the only nurseries in the country that offers so many species and sizes of Pritchardia. By the way, Pritchardia are the only true palm species native to the Hawaiian Islands. All other palm species were introduced by man!

Note below the diversity in appearance of the many species - from short to tall with different shapes and sizxes to the leaves. Some have very flat leaves, others are wavy. Some have small leaves, others as big as a dinner table. But, all are attractive and desirable. The 4th photo below was taken by P. Goltra in habitat on Kaua'i.

ENCEPHALARTOS MANIKENSIS
CENTRAL AFRICAN GREEN CYCAD

MEDIUM SIZED MATURE - FAST GROWING
ASSORTMENT OF SIZES AVAILABLE AT NURSERY

This species from Zimbabwe, Africa, has always been a bit of a confusion because this area has several similar species and identifying them taxonomically was difficult. For this reason, a few decades ago, plants were considered to be in the "Manikensis Complex". Other put into this group later became species such as E. gratus, E. chimanimaniensis, concinus, bandula, etc. Encephalartos manikensis is a medium sized cycad. Trunks can get up to three or even five feet tall. Clustering does occur. Leaves are about six feet long, leaflets one inch wide. Leaves are held upright at about a 45 degree angle.

As it is a Central African cycad, one will find that it does better with humidity than some of the South African species and is not quite as cold hardy. For this reason, it does quite well in the SE areas of the U.S. where cold is not an issue. It will tolerate a freeze and can usually take temperatures down into the mid-twenties. At our nursery, plants has easily withstood temperatures of 25 degrees F. without any problems. Sun exposure is another issue that you must consider. Along the coast, full sun is tolerated well. In inland locations, consider part day sun. In desert areas, filtered light would be best. I'm showing here a whole assortment of plants, from boxed specimens to seedlings. Also shown is a garden specimen. We have a good supply of this species in all sizes for sale.

CHAMAEDOREA SEIFRITZII
THE MOST CLASSIC OF THE BAMBOO PALMS

MATURE, FLOWERING SIZE 15G
FILTERED LIKE, SHORTER PALM
TEN DAY SPECIAL FIFTEEN YEAR OLD 15 GALLON PLANTS

This New World suckering shade palm has pinnate leaves and never gets much above 8 to 9 feet. This is the reason it's so popular. It is sought out as one of the most popular interior palms. This has been the case for about 100 years. A good thing is that it does fit inside the home of the average house without hitting the ceiling. Outdoors, it wants filtered light and is cold hard into the mid, perhaps lower 20's F. The 15g on sale here are about ten or more years old and locally grown. They shouldn't get any taller and have about as many canes as a 15g pot will support. And, they are much more sturdy and hardy than imported plants. They've seen all of our cold weather.

REGULAR PRICE THESE OLD AND MATURE 15G $350
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $300

Just mention this Special at the time of purchase for your discount. Although a tall box is needed, these can be shipped anywhere within the U.S.

RHOPALOSTYLIS BAUERI
NORFOLK ISLAND PALM

SINGLE TRUNK - CROWN SHAFTED
SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE

Rhopalostylis baueri, the Norfolk Island Palm, is native to two locations. Norfolk Island (an Australian island) is the home of the classic Rhopalostylis baueri but there is also a population in Kermadec Islands, a New Zealand territory. The population of Rhopalostylis baueri on Norfolk Island is near the elevated center of the island, rare elsewhere. In this locality, it is threatened by rodents that eat the seeds and young seedlings. In the Kermadec location, this species is found on Raoul Island. It is more plentiful there because there have been efforts to eliminate the rat population. In my experience, this species does best in less than full sun along the coast. Half day morning sun is about perfect. It has a cold tolerance into the low 20's F. and is being grown in the SF Bay area. Anticipate a height typically of about 25 feet mature. Shown below are our 15 gallon plants but we should have small as well. The 8th photo is c/o Wikipedia.

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON $235
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON $210

CYPHOPHOENIX ELEGANS
THE ELEGANT PALM

MEDIUM SIZE – THIN TRUNK – CROWN SHAFTED
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE

This species is from New Caledonia in the northern part of the island. It is of similar height to C. nucele and has the same trunk diameter. The crown shaft on C. elegans is slightly more swollen than that of C. nucele. The crown shaft is also more of a green color, but can show silver. The leaflets are thinner and, as you can see, the leaves curve downward as opposed to the stiff, upright leaves of nucele. Another important difference between the two is that the leaves of C. elegans are keeled whereas the leaves of nucele are more flat. Of note, on both species the bare petiole (stem with no leaves) is very short. This helps you identify this genus.

Shown here are our 15 gallon sized plants that I photographed recently. Also shown are lots of photos of mature plants. This species should be started in filtered light and be allowed to grow into some sun if you live along the coast. Inland full sun is too harsh for this species. Cold hardiness is into the mid-twenties F.

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON $265
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON $235

Remember to mention this Special to get this price. Limited numbers available. The 2g size is shown in the first five photos.

CYPHOPHOENIX ELEGANS
SINGLE TRUNK MEDIUM SIZED PALM FROM NEW CALEDONIA

ARCHING GREEN LEAVES WITH SILVER-GREEN CROWN SHAFT
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

FOR SPECIES DESCRIPTION SEE ABOVE

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $155
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON $135

CHAMAEDOREA KLOTZSCHIANA
RARE UNDERSTORY PALM - GROUPED LEAFLETS

SINGLE STEM, THIN TRUNK, MEDIUM HEIGHT MATURE
TEN DAY SPECIAL VERY TALL 5 GALLON SINGLES

This is a single trunk species from Mexico that is most known for having grouped leaflets along the rachis. It has a thin trunk about an inch in diameter and a somewhat open crown. The leaflets are attached to the rachis at irregular angles so that the leaflets look as if they were a group of bow ties attached to the leaf stem. Cold hardiness is into the mid-twenties F. It likes filtered light or perhaps a little bit of sun. Some like to plant this species as a grouping or colony of multiple plants. Mature height is from ten to fifteen feet. I've shown two close-ups of the leaflets as this is the most charming characteristic of this species. The plants on sale just arrived and are very tall 5 gallon singles – most overhead with their tall leaves. These are really too tall for mail order but would be easy to fit into most cars if you visit..

REGULAR PRICE THESE TALL FIVE GALLON SINGLES $135
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $110

DYPSIS PRESTONIANA
VERY RARE SINGLE TRUNK PALM FROM MADAGASCAR

PLUMOSA LEAVES – COLORFUL CROWN SHAFT
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

This highly sought-after, single trunk species from Madagascar is very beautiful. It falls into the category of a “must have ” species. This species comes from mid-elevation in southern Madagascar and is proving to be a great species for Southern California. It has a height of over 30 feet, a thick trunk that is about 12 to sixteen inches thick with prominent rings, plumose upright leaves and a colored crown shaft. The crown shaft has white silver, orange and black colors. Cold tolerance appears to be into the mid-twenties but is not yet worked out. Mature trees tolerate full sun along the coast. The mature photos are by TS at RPS. One photo is c/o John Dransfield, Kew Botanical Garden in London. We’re putting nice 5 gallon plants on Special.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON SIZE $145
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $125

Remember to mention this Special. These can be mail ordered. The 11th photo below is by BGL in HI.

ARCHONTOPHOENIX PURPUREA
THE PURPLE CROWN SHAFT KING PALM

VERY BEAUTIFUL - GOOD GROWER
TEN DAY SPECIAL LARGE 5 GALLON SIZE

The native home of Archontophoenix purpurea is the Mt. Lewis mountain range in Queensland, Australia. This species is known for the purple color to the crown shaft. It is found at an elevation up to 4000 feet. Mature height is quoted to be over fifty feet, but in habitat and culture I didn't see one this tall. Cold hardiness is about 25 degrees F. It takes full coastal sun. The degree of purple in the crown shaft is variable but never "lollipop" purple. The underside of the leaves is silver and there is ramenta hairs only on this side. On younger plants the leaf bases and leaf stem tend to have a yellow color. I'm showing our 5g size (first 6 photos below) which we're putting on a Ten Day Special. These are nicely sized for their pots and either single or multiple (more than one per pot). In the pot they are about four feet tall or a bit more. We also have other sizes available. These can be mail ordered.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $135
TEN DAY SPECIAL 1 GALLON $115

Remember to mention this Blog Only Special when you purchase to get this discount.

DYPSIS PEMBANA
SINGLE TRUNK OR SUCKERING
NATIVE TO PEMBA ISLAND

TAKES FULL COASTAL SUN
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

There are both single trunk and suckering forms of this species. Nowadays, most of the plants available of this species are the suckering form. Both get to a height of 25 feet, have an attractive green trunk and a light colored crown shaft. Leaves have a graceful arch and the leaflet color is green. It's a great alternative for the garden. Note how the trunks are beefy but not overly large. The plants on special are already suckering. Along our coast it will take part day sun but I'd recommend filtered or morning sun inland. The plants on special are in 5g size. We may have both larger and smaller size.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $135
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $115

Remember to mention this Blog Special at the time of purchase. Limited numbers are available. The garden specimen photos are c/o a late friend Al Bredeson. I'm also showing a prior Nursery stock 25 gallon.

LACCOSPADIX AUSTRALASICA
SUCKERING MOUNTAIN FORM

EASY TO GROW
RESEMBLES THE KENTIA PALM
TEN DAY SPECIAL LARGE 5G

When one considers the species Laccospadix australasica, he has to realize that there are different forms depending on native habitat/localities. There are also single trunk and suckering forms. The one for sale here is the mountain form that are typically single trunk. I feel it's the best subspecies one can purchase. It doesn't throw the new red leaf although occasionally you see a bit of bronze in the new leaf. This variety of the L. australasica is fairly easy to grow in our area. The seeds for these plants today came from a local flowering tree here in Encinitas. This variety has thinner leaves that are dull green in color, trunks about four to five inches thick and reaches a height of typically under 15 feet. I'd recommend morning sun, strong filtered light or perhaps several hours of daily sun. Cold tolerance is into the mid-twenties F.

REGULAR PRICE 5G $145
TEN DAY SPECIAL LARGE 5G $125

Mention this Special at the time of purchase for this discount.

SABAL MINOR
THE DWARF PALMETTO

NEVER OVER SIX FEET TALL - GREEN FAN PALM LEAVES
TEN DAY SPECIAL 2 GALLON PLANTS

This dwarf palm native to the southern states of the U.S. is sought after because of its small size and extreme cold hardiness. It can take temperatures into the mid-teens F. and rarely gets over six feet tall. It is often grown in full sun but tolerates part sun or strong filtered light. Enthusiasts like it because of its small size. Blossoms commonly shoot above the green fan leaves and produce black small seeds. We’re putting 2 gallon plants on sale presently. These are big for their pots. Easy to mail order.

REGULAR PRICE 2 GALLON SIZE $75
TEN DAY SPECIAL THESE NICELY SIZED 2 GALLON $62.50

Just mention this blog special to get this great deal. This and all sales above apply to mail orders or nursery visits.

CHAMAEDOREA MICROSPADIX
SEMI-DWARF SUCKERING BAMBOO PALM

COLD HARDY - NEVER OVER EIGHT FEET TALL
TEN DAY SPECIAL 2 GALLON SIZE

This suckering Chamaedorea has very thin canes, somewhat wide leaflets, green leaves and an overall small to medium size. Mature plants are rarely over 8 feet tall. Often leaves can have an iridescent sheen and sometimes are glaucous on the back side. This species wants filtered light and is cold hardy into the upper teens F. The 2 gallon on sale are nicely sized and suckering already. They are equivalent to a 5 gallon plant.

REGULAR PRICE THESE LARGE 2 GALLON $85
SALE PRICE THIS SIZE $75

Remember to mention this Blog Only Special at the time of purchase. These can be mail ordered. The plants on special are shown in the first two rows of photos. The last row shows a 15g at the nursery.

DYPSIS SAINTELUCEI
SINGLE TRUNK - WHITE CROWN SHAFT
NATIVE TO MADAGASCAR

HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER - MEDIUM SIZE MATURE
TEN DAY SPECIAL ON ONE GALLON WITH MULTIPLE PLANTS

This single trunk palm in native to forest regions in southern Madagascar. It is known for its powdery white crown shaft. Mature it is a medium sized palm with a rather thin trunk and height of about twenty feet. It is being grown well in Southern California. I’ve heard from some that it's one of the better Dypsis to grow here. Leaves are arranged in a tristichous pattern and are plumose (fluffy). It tolerates sun or part sun. The exact cold hardiness is not well established but probably about 25 degrees F. Mature height is 15 to 20 feet. The one gallon on Special are multiples with two to three palms per pot. They are nicely sized. These would be easy to ship.

REGULAR PRICE ONE GALLON $75
TEN DAY SPECIAL THESE ONE GALLON MULTIPLES $65

You must mention this Internet-only special when purchasing to get this price. Limited supplies available. The 7th photo is c/o TS at RPS.

PRESTOEA MONTANA
AKA PRESTOEA ACUMINATA VAR. MONTANA

RARE PINNATE PALM FROM PUERTO RICO
TEN DAY SPECIAL 1G SIZE

Prestoea is a genus that is very closely related to another palm genus, Euterpe. It is found in the Caribbean, Central and South America. Essentially all Euterpe are crown shafted palms. Many of the Prestoea are not. There are also distinctions between the flowers of these two genera. Also, many of the Prestoea are suckering. But, there is one that is single trunk. This is Prestoea montana, native to mountainous areas of Puerto Rico. I've always known of this species as not having a crown shaft. But, I've seen photos (including ones from native habitats) where a crown shaft is seen.

The hallmarks of this species are its wide and very shiny green leaves, its somewhat slender trunk and its overall beautiful appearance. Plant heights can reach forty feet or more. This species should be grown in part day sun or filtered light. It likes rich soil and ample moisture. I'd estimate its cold tolerance is down to about a freeze or a bit less. It is not a species for a beginner to try. We're putting the one gallon plants on Special. We do have larger sizes available up to 15 gallon. Note that this species has historically been known as "Prestoea montana" but in more recent years has been considered a variety of P. acuminata.

REGULAR PRICE ONE GALLON $70
TEN DAY SPECIAL ONE GALLON $60

Remember: Mention this Special for this price

CHAMAEDOREA TENELLA
DWARF SINGLE TRUNK

UNDERSTORY SUPER RARE MINIATURE PALM
SIMPLE LEAVES - NEVER OVER A FEW FEET TALL
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE

This dwarf understory palm species has entire, small leaves, a very thin trunk the size of a pencil and a mature height never over two to three feet. It comes from high elevation mountainous areas of Mexico. It's extremely rare and hard to find. The seedlings we're offering this year came from domestic plants in San Diego County. They are about a year old. We got these in last year and about ten sold out quickly. I rarely have them for sale. They need a filtered light environment and should be cold hardy at least into the mid-twenties F. I can mail order these. Limited numbers available!

REGULAR PRICE BAND SIZE $70
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $60

Remember: Mention this Blog Only Special when you purchase. These can be mail ordered - weather permitting.

CHAMBEYRONIA MACROCARPA
THE FLAME THROWER PALM
NEW RED EMERGING LEAF

DARK GREEN CROWN SHAFT
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE

What good fortune is it that New Caledonia can claim to be the home of all Chambeyronia. Included is this species, C. macrocarpa. It is a slow growing, pinnate, crown shafted palm that gets to a height of about 30 feet. It has a dark green to green-black crown shaft. Compare this to C. hookeri above with it's yellow crown shaft. Leaves are wide, thick and leathery to the touch. With good culture, maybe you can get three new leaves a year. About one in twenty plants fail to throw a new red leaf - rather, it remains green. This is just bad luck and there's no way to predict which will do this. Shown here are 5 gallon plants we're putting on sale. We do have larger and smaller sizes available. Coastal sun is tolerated although strong filtered light is ok for most areas. This is a great garden palm. The 7th and 9th photos by HJD and TS at RPS.

REGULAR PRICE BAND SIZE $65
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE $55

Just mention this special when you buy. I thank TS at RPS for usage of his photo below.

ENCEPHALARTOS LEHMANNII
BLUE SOUTH AFRICAN CYCAD FOR SUN

MEDIUM SIZED MATURE - DIFFICULT TO FIND
TEN DAY SPECIAL ASSORTMENT OF NICELY SIZED 15 GALLON PLANTS

This is a popular blue cycad from the Eastern Cape area of South Africa. It is sought after by cycad enthusiasts who love the intense blue color. The leaflets of this species are narrow with only a point at the end. They are nothing as gnarly as E. horridus or E. trispinosus. The leaves and crown are very neat and uniform. The nearest species to this one is Encephalartos princeps. Trunks of E. lehmannii can get to five feet, but one with two to three feet of trunk is very old. Leaves average about four feet long and are strongly curved, arching toward the ground. Sometimes they'll almost do a 180 or more degree re-curve. Leaf color is intensely blue like E. horridus. But, you'll only see this color with full, hot sun. In shade or inside a greenhouse they are often green. Cold hardiness is about 21 to 22 degrees F. In the desert only give it a few hours sun. Next to Encephalartos horridus, this is the second most popular cycad we grow.

I’m offering a handful of 15 gallon of this species with caudex size four to five inches. All of these plants are very nice. Shown below are two of the 15 gallon plants on Special and of this size. We have five of these 15g cycads this size available. We also have other plants that are smaller and less expensive - as well as larger. The plants on special are sun ready. First come first choose.

REGULAR PRICE ANY OF THE PLANTS IN THIS BATCH 5 INCHES OF CAUDEX $750
TEN DAY SPECIAL ANY PLANT THIS GROUP WITH CAUDEX 5 INCHES $635

REGULAR PRICE ANY OF THE PLANTS IN THIS BATCH WITH 4 INCHES OF CAUDEX $600
TEN DAY SPECIAL ANY PLANT THIS GROUP WITH CAUDEX SIZE 4 INCHES $510

These plants can be mail ordered but it'd take a large box to ship them.

ENCEPHALARTOS LEHMANNII
BLUE SOUTH AFRICAN CYCAD FOR SUN

MEDIUM SIZED MATURE - DIFFICULT TO FIND
TEN DAY SPECIAL ONE & TWO GALLON SIZE

FOR SPECIES DESCRIPTION, SEE ABOVE

What we're offering here are one and two gallon plants that are quite nice and have caudex sizes of one to two inches. These would be easy to ship. Limited numbers - first come first choose.

REGULAR PRICE THESE 1 & 2 GALLON WITH 1-2 INCHES OF CAUDEX $175
TEN DAY SPECIAL ANY CYCAD THIS BATCH $135

ENCEPHALARTOS EUGENE-MARAISII
BLUE SOUTH AFRICAN CYCAD FROM THE TRANSVAAL AREA

VERY SOUGHT AFTER BY ENTHUSIASTS
MEDIUM SIZED MATURE - UPRIGHT LEAVES
TEN DAY SPECIAL ONE OR TWO GALLON WITH 1 TO 2 INCH CAUDEX SIZE

This species is endemic to the Waterberg range in the Limpopo Province of South Africa. Their habitat is dry and arid. They grow on steep rocky slops, grasslands and savanna. It is a small to medium sized species. Leaf length generally does not exceed a meter and stems can get about four meters high. Of the Transvaal (previous province within South Africa north of the Vaal River) species, this is the most common. That being said, this species is still exceptionally rare and almost extinct in the wild.

The leaves on this species can vary from a blue/green color, to a powdery silver and in some cases be an aquamarine. Leaflets twist almost perpendicular to the petiole, giving them a 'stacking' appearance (like blinds). In coastal and inland areas, this species prefers to be in the full sun, but can tolerate partial sun. Cold tolerance is about 22 degrees F.

The one gallon & two gallon plants on Special are about 4-5 years old and have caudex of one to two inches. They are typically holding three to four leaves. Easy to mail order, weather permitting, within the U.S. I only have four available - first come first choose.

REGULAR PRICE THESE 1 & 2 GALLON WITH CAUDEX 1-2 INCHES $250
TEN DAY SPECIAL 1 & 2 GALLON THIS BATCH $175

Remember to mention this Blog Special for this discount at the time of purchase.

ENCEPHALARTOS EUGENE-MARAISII
BLUE SOUTH AFRICAN CYCAD FROM THE TRANSVAAL AREA

VERY SOUGHT AFTER BY ENTHUSIASTS
MEDIUM SIZED MATURE - UPRIGHT LEAVES
TEN DAY SPECIAL GARDEN READY 15 GALLON PLANT

FOR SPECIES DESCRIPTION, SEE ABOVE

What's being offered with this post is a very nice, garden ready 15 gallon specimen with a 4 inch caudex. It's taken ten to twelve years for it to reach this size. It's instantly ready for the garden and sun acclimated. It can possibly be shipped but would take a very large box. I only have this one plant available of this size. For over 15 years the price of this species that is garden size has historically been $350 per caudex inch diameter.

REGULAR PRICE THIS ACTUAL 15 GALLON PLANT CAUDEX 4 INCHES $1400
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS ACTUASL 15 GALLON WITH 4 INCH CAUDEX $1125

ENCEPHALARTOS LONGIFOLIUS – BLUE FORM
MEDIUM TO LARGE RARE SOUTH AFRICAN CYCAD

BLUE STACKED LEAFLETS - MINIMAL IF ANY SPINES
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON PLANT

This rare South African cycad is also from the Eastern Cape region of South Africa. It is a good sized cycad with leaf color variable from dark green to brilliant blue. The plant on Special should be a nice blue form. Trunks of this species can reach a height of twelve feet or more. Leaf lengths are four to six feet with stacking leaflets and minimal if any spines when mature. Leaves are often curled downward toward their ends. It loves full sun along the coast but in desert areas would want a few hours of sun. Cold tolerance is about 22 degrees F. The 15 gallon plant on special has a caudex of 5 inches. It is shown below. It could be mail ordered in a large box. Below I'm also showing a few garden specimns of this species.

REGULAR PRICE THIS ACTUAL 15 GALLON, CAUDEX 5 INCHES $750
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS ACTUAL 15G CYCAD L BAND SIZE $635

Remember to mention this Blog Only Special at the time of purchase to get this price!

BIRDS NEST ANTHURIUM
ANTHURIUM HOOKERI

THE PERFECT COMPANION PLANT

NEVER OVER ABOUT SIX FEET TALL
LEATHERY, DARK GREEN LEAVES
TEN DAY SPECIAL NICE 5 GALLON PLANTS

Enthusiast are always looking for attractive companion plants that don't get too big. Shown here is what's called the "Birds Nest" Anthurium. Most of these plants are felt to either be the species Anthurium hookeri or a hybrid of it. They are good for filtered light situations and rarely get over six feet tall. The leaves are long, wide and very thick to the touch. Their leaf surface is wavy. We’re offering our 5 gallon size on a Ten Day Special. This is the size most people buy. Cold hardiness is into the mid-twenties F. Flowers are red, as are the tiny seeds. These plants are real winners. These can be mail ordered.

REGULAR PRICE 5G THIS SPECIES $95
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $75

Remember: Mention this Blog Only Special to get this price when you buy! The last photo is c/o Wikipedia.

PANDANUS UTILUS
THE SCREW PINE

THE BEST AND ONE OF THE FEW PANDANUS GOOD FOR THIS AREA
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON PLANTS

Pandanus utilus is called the Screw Pine but is not a pine at all. It's actually a monocot (similar to palms) and native to Madagascar, the Mauritius Islands and some surrounding areas. It gets it's name by the arrangement of leaves which come off the trunk in spiraling fashion, always the same direction. Thus, the leaves spin off at different angles in a swirl. Leaves are rather thin and have spines along the margins. The trunk on this species is quite amazing. It forms aerial roots (sausage like) that come to the ground for stability. Trunks fork and form multiple heads of leaves. Trunks can also be quite smooth, almost snakeskin-like. It has large fruit clusters that are bigger than grenades. But, it is a dioecious species and you need a male and female plant to set viable seeds. Leaf color is green with a sheen of blue. Overall height is variable, but old specimens can easily be over thirty feet tall with lots of branches. It takes sun or part sun. Cold tolerance is probably in the mid-twenties F. We are offering only a few 5g as shown that we have in stock. This is an hard species to find for sale.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $145
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON $115

Just mention this blog special when purchasing to get this price. This size can be mail ordered. The only other Pandanus that we’ve had luck with is P. furcatus, which we also have. And, we’re trying a new species Pandanus dubius.

PINSTRIPE GINGER
DWARF GINGER WITH WHITE ON GREEN STRIPED LEAVES

NEVER OVER ABOUT FOUR FEET TALL
PARTIAL SUN OR FILTERED LIGHT
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE

This attractive companion plant has become very popular with our customers. This is because it has striking variegation on the leaves and never gets too tall. And, it does quite well in filtered light where other thing gingers can struggle. Mature height is about four feet. Cold tolerance is into the upper twenties. If it suffers from winter burn, the following spring it usually bounces back. Blossoms are yellow and white (see photo) and not overly large. We are putting the 15g on sale.

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON $195
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON $175

Just mention this special when you buy

AECHMEA SPECIES
BRANCHING YELLOW BLOSSOM

GROWN IN FULL COASTAL SUN
TEN DAY SPECIAL LARGE ONE GALLON

This suckering Aechmea species has been growing in our full sun. These Bromeliads are in one gallon pots and many are suckering. The blossoms are huge with yellow flowers and pink stems. The foliage is a silver-purple. These are easy to grow and cold hardy into the mid to upper twenties F.

REGULAR PRICE ONE GALLON $55
SALE PRICE THIS SIZE $45

WEDNESDAY, 29 MARCH, 2023

ZOMBIA ANTILLARUM
A SPINY TRUNK, SUCKERING FAN PALM

VERY UNUSUAL APPEARING
SOME ARE GROWING IT IN OUR AREA

I am unaware of any Latin derivation for the word "Zombie" or "Zombia". Paul Craft reports that it's derivation is from Haitian Creole where it translates into "ghost palm". Apparently the white fruits have a "ghost" appearance. The genus name of "Zombia" certainly draws your attention. This genus only has one species and it is native to the West Indies. Zombia is a suckering fan palm that gets to a height of ten feet or more and, over time, gets to be a wide suckering clump. The most interesting thing about this species is the organized spination seen on the trunks. Compare this to the Trithrinax acanthicoma. The spines on the truck of the latter are totally random. Zombia has rings of spines that are closely woven into a repetitive pattern with the spines pointing downward. For this reason, it is quite unique and can usually be recognized by the trunks alone. Over time, lower portions of the trunks may lose their spines, but they'll remain throughout most of the trunk.

We on ocassion have this species for sale. This is a slow grow species in pots and are faster in the ground. It can tolerate droughts but also responds to water and humidity. Zombia like sun. Cold tolerance is into the mid-twenties F, perhaps a bit lower. In the garden, to show off the amazing trunk appearance, one might remove the most peripheral trunks so you can see into the clump and examine the trunks. Below I'm showing photos of mature plants with close-ups of the trunk and spines and a 5 gallon Nursery starter plant.

ENCEPHALARTOS NATALENSIS
MEDIUM SIZED GREEN CYCAD

NATIVE TO SOUTH AFRICA
GOOD SUPPLY AVAILABLE AT NURSERY

This is a South African cycad species that has green leaves and makes a medium sized
adult plant. By this I mean you, over several decades, will get a plant with perhaps 4 feet of
trunk. It's crown width is about 8 feet. It likes full sun and heat unless you are in a desert
locality. It is a quick grower and has cold tolerance to the low 20's F. It can go even to lower temperatures if you give it some cold protection. It is also known to be a reliable and relatively fast growing cycad. Below I’m showing a combination of garden plants as well as nursery containerized plants. We can easily mail order smaller plants.

DYPSIS LUCUBENSIS
TALL, THIN TRUNKED PINNATE PALM

FLUFFY, PLUMOSE LEAVES
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE

This species of palm is typically single trunk but there are suckering forms. It is native to island of Nossi-Be off the coast of Madagascar. It can reach heights of over thirty feet. It has leaves arranged in three ranks - "tristichous". Trunk diameter is about 8 inches and the crown shaft is a rusty-brown color and not elongated. Although I can’t be positive, I think this will be the single trunk form. This is a difficult species to find nowadays. I'd recommend growing it in full sun along the coast. I'd estimate cold hardiness to be in the mid-twenties F. The 15g size is shown below – and on sale!

REGULAR PRICE 1 GALLON $235
TEN DAY SPECIAL 1 GALLON $215

Remember: Mention this Special for this price when you purchase.

LIVISTONA LANUGINOSA
THE CAPE RIVER LIVISTONA – THE WOOLY LIVISTONA

TALL FAN PALM WITH THIN TRUNK
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE

This Australian fan palm is a very interesting species and also known as the "Wooly Livistona". It is apparently threatened in habitat. In the northeastern part of Australia it lives at an altitude of 200 meters. It reaches a height of over fifty feet with a trunk that’s about a foot thick. Leaves are bluish or blue-green, stiff and waxy. Leaf stems have barbs and leaves extend out six to eight feet. It is most similar to Livistona marie but, by report, has larger purple fruit. It is one of the most rare species of this genus. It enjoys full hot sun. Exact cold tolerance is unclear but probably into the mid-twenties F. We have a limited number of 15g which we’re putting on special. The habitat photo is by John Dowe of AU.

REGULAR PRICE 15G SIZE $235
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15G SIZE $210

GAUSSIA MAYA
A VERY DIFFERENT PALM FOR SO. CALIFORNIA

CAN SEE SWOLLEN BASE WHEN YOUNG
TEN DAY SPECIAL HUGE AND OLD 15 GALLON

In the "old days", this species was known as Opsiandra maya. It is a single trunk pinnate palm that can be grown in Southern CA. It has the interesting habit of getting a very swollen base, especially when planted in the ground from a smaller plant. Interestingly enough, this swollen base to the trunk abruptly disappears with age. You'll note this bulge in the photos below. This species tends to hold a limited number of leaves, about five to seven usually. Along the coast it takes full sun. Cold tolerance is into the mid-twenties F. The trunk diameter is about six to perhaps maximum eight inches. I've grown it in part day sun, which it loved. However, the trunk will often curve to seek more sun (see photo bottom row). Some grow it in full sun with success. The plants on special are very nice 15g with fat bases.

REGULAR PRICE THESE LARGE 5G $250
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $225

This size cannot be mail ordered - way to big. Remember to mention this Blog Only Special for your discount. The second garden photo is by J.V. PACSOA. I'm also showing a large boxed specimen below that's grown through its swollen base.

SABAL CAUSIARUM
LARGE TRUNKED TROPICAL FAN PALM

SMOOTH AND LIGHT COLORED TRUNK
SUPER COLD HARDY
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

This is one of my favorite Sabal species. It's native to various Caribbean Islands including Puerto Rico and Cuba. It can get to height of at least 35 feet and has a trunk that is smooth and a light tan to gray color. Trunks are thick, up to about 30 inches. Leaf color is blue-green. Growth rate is good and it likes sun. Cold tolerance is into the mid-teens F. The 5g size shown below are nice. We’re putting this size on sale. Get them in the ground and within a few years you’ll have a decent sized palm. I’m showing some mature plants below as well.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $135
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $115

KENTIOPSIS PYRIFORMIS
SUPER RARE SINGLE TRUNK PINNATE PALM

NATIVE TO NEW CALEDONIA
THIN TRUNK - VERY ELEGANT
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

This is a single trunk, crown shafted pinnate palm native to New Caledonia. Many feel it's the prettiest species of this genus. It gets to a height of about 40 feet or more and has a thin trunk. Leaves are upright, green and arched. They are keeled and green in color. The crown shaft is a copper color, covered with a white wax. It can be grown in some sun, depending on where you live. It's probably best to start it in bright filtered light and let it work its way into overhead sun. Growth rate is good, comparable or faster than K. oliviformis. Cold tolerance is down to about a freeze. This is an extremely difficult species to find for sale nowadays. I have a limited number of 5 gallon plants we’re putting on special. They are not up to full size yet, so presently they are at a very good price. Notice the newly emerging red leaf – most commonly seen in New Caledonia palm species. This is an extremely rare species and we rarely have them for sale.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $125
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON $100

Photo of garden plant by TS at RPS.

CHAMAEDOREA KLOTZSCHIANA
RARE UNDERSTORY PALM - GROUPED LEAFLETS

SINGLE TRUNK - MEDIUM SIZED
TEN DAY SPECIAL FIVE GALLON SINGLES

This is a single trunk species from Mexico that is most known for having grouped leaflets along the rachis. It has a thin trunk about an inch in diameter and a somewhat open crown. The leaflets are attached to the rachis at irregular angles so that the leaflets look as if they were a group of bow ties attached to the leaf stem. Cold hardiness is into the mid-twenties F. It likes filtered light or perhaps a little bit of sun. Some like to plant this species as a grouping or colony of multiple plants. Mature height is from ten to fifteen feet. I've shown two close-ups of the leaflets as this is the most charming characteristic of this species. This size is easy to mail order and may be of interest to folks in cooler but not super cold areas.

REGULAR PRICE FIVE CALLONG SINGLES $125
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $95

PRITCHARDIA HILLEBRANDII
A HAWAIIAN LOULU FAN PALM

MEDIUM SIZED MATURE - NICE SEMI-FLAT GREEN LEAVES
WHITE TOMENTUM ON LEAF STEMS AND INNER CROWN
TEN DAY SPECIAL ONE GALLON SIZE

If you like fan palms, then you have to try some Pritchardia palms. There are about 25 species of Pritchardia. All the best ones come from the Hawaiian Islands. The species from the South Pacific are to be avoided as they don't do well here. This species reaches a medium height of 25 feet. Leaves are green. They have white tomentum (hairs) on the leaf stem and trunk. You can even see this on the leaf stems of the one gallon below. C Trunk diameter is medium, about ten inches. Growth rate is medium. This is a very attractive palm. I have one in my garden that gets partial sun and is at least 20 feet tall. Cold tolerance is into the mid-twenties F. Mail order easy.

REGULAR PRICE ONE GALLON $65
TEN DAY SPECIAL ONE GALLON $55

ARCHONTOPHOENIX PURPUREA
THE PURPLE CROWN SHAFT KING PALM

VERY BEAUTIFUL - GOOD GROWER
TEN DAY SPECIAL 1 GALLON SIZE

The native home of Archontophoenix purpurea is the Mt. Lewis mountain range in Queensland, Australia. This species is known for the purple color to the crown shaft. It is found at an elevation up to 4000 feet. Mature height is quoted to be over fifty feet, but in habitat and culture I didn't see one this tall. Cold hardiness is about 25 degrees F. It takes full coastal sun. The degree of purple in the crown shaft is variable but never "lollipop" purple. The underside of the leaves is silver and there is ramenta hairs only on this side. On younger plants the leaf bases and leaf stem tend to have a yellow color.

I'm showing our 1g size (first 5 photos below) which we're putting on a Ten Day Special. These are very large plants for their pots and either single or multiple (more than one per pot). Also available are large 5 and 15g sizes. Further below you'll see our 5 gallon size.

REGULAR PRICE 1 GALLON $65
TEN DAY SPECIAL 1 GALLON $55

Remember to mention this Blog Only Special when you purchase to get this discount.

CHAMAEDOREA GLAUCIFOLIA
SUPER SIMILAR TO C. PLUMOSA

TAKES A FAIR AMOUNT OF SUN – SINGLE STEM, THIN TRUNK
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZED MULTIPLES

From time to time I discuss this interesting single trunk Chamaedorea. It is very similar to Chamaedorea plumosa - except: The plumosa has a more plumose leaf and takes a little more sun. But, the glaucifolia has the silver powder on the leaf stems and crown shaft as shown here. This is quite attractive and typically very prominent. Otherwise, you would mistake the two. And, it too, can tolerate near full coastal sun. They are fast growing and get to a mature height of about 14 feet. They look their best when planted in colonies of three to five plants. The seedlings on sale are multiples, usually three per pot. It is a durable species and seem exempt from fungal problems that can plague C. plumosa. Cold hardiness is about 25 degrees F.

REGULAR PRICE BAND SIZED MULTIPLES $60
TEN DAY SPECIAL THESE SEEDLINGS $50

Mention this Special for your discount when you purchase. Easy to mail order.

PALM SEEDLINGS
FIVE DIFFERENT TYPES ONE SALE

BAND SIZE - EASY TO SHIP
SPECIAL BAND SIZE SPECIES BELOW

Below I am not giving species descriptions or photos of mature specimens. I've just shown the species names. I'm posting these for those who know their species and know what they are looking for. I have shown the most frequently seen common names for the palms below.

TEN DAY SPECIAL - $50 ANY OF THESE SPECIES BELOW

All can be mail ordered within the U.S.

ARCHONTOPHOENIX ALEXANDRAE RARE TYPE KING PALM
CARYOTA GIGAS KING KONG FISHTAIL PALM
CHAMBEYRONIA HOOKERI THE BLOND FLAME THROWER PALM
RHOPALOSTYLIS SAPIDA SHAVING BRUSH PALM
JUBAEA CHILENSIS CHILEAN WINE PALM

ASSORTED CYCAD SEEDLINGS
VARIOUS SPECIES

MOST FOR SUN - SOME FOR FILTERED LIGHT
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZES AS BELOW

Below I'm showing eight species of exotic cycads from three genera. I'm putting all on a Ten Day Special with the prices shown. I'm not describing each species on this post. The three that can take filtered light are Cycas debaoensis, E. ferox, and Lepidozamia peroffskyana. The others can tolerate full coastal sun. As with all cycads, if you live in a desert area, only give the sun lovers a few hours of sun. All of these can be mail ordered within the U.S.

TEN DAY SPECIAL ALL BAND CYCADS BELOW

Encephalartos altensteinii
Band size $55

Cycas debaoensis
Band Size $85

Encephalarto cerinus
Band size $85

Encephalartos eugene-maraisii
Band size $95

Encephalartos ferox
Band size $55

Encephalartos munchii
Band size $75

Encephalartos paucidentatus
Band size $75

Lepidozamia peroffskyana
Band size $55

Encephalartos trasnsvenosus
Band size $65

ENCEPHALARTOS LANATUS
A RARE BLUE CYCAD FROM SOUTH AFRICA

LOVES HEAT AND SUN – VERY THIN LEAFLETS
SPECIAL CITRUS POT SIZE

This beautiful South African species of cycad is best known for the silvery throw of new leaves that it displays. It has a medium sized trunk, usually to a maximum height of six feet. It does sucker from the base. Leaves are about three feet long and arching downward. The leaflets are very narrow and essentially unarmed. When new leaves emerge they are a brilliant silver in color. I was absolutely stunned by the beauty of this species the first time I saw a mature plant throw new leaves. As they age, they become more of a blue green color.

The native locality for this species experiences extremes in weather from very high summer heat to definite freezes in winter. In the garden, this species demands sun. I'd estimate cold hardiness to be in the low 20's. It is a good species for those in cooler areas who still get summer heat. .

Shown here is a citrus pot sized plant that has a caudex of 2.75 inches. Remember that rare cycads are sold by their caudex size. We’re offering nice prices on this size. If you buy one and it’s a bit smaller caudex size, it’ll cost less. If it’s bigger, it’ll be more.

REGULAR PRICE CITRUS POT WITH 2.75 INCHES OF CAUDEX $480
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $420

FUCREA QUICHEENSIS
A RARE AND STUNNING BLUE FUCREA

MEDIUM HEIGHT MATURE
THIN BLUE STRAP-LIKE SOFT LEAVES
TEN DAY SPECIAL JUVENILE 4 INCH POT SIZE

This extremely rare and difficult to find variety of Fucrea is native to southwest Guatemala and southern Mexico on the Pacific side. Plants have thin trunks with a mature heights of six to nine feet with beautiful heads of super blue strap-like blue leaves. The leaves are a rosette and this crown is six feet or more wide. Trunks have been known to fork when mature. Unlike other Fucrea that produce bubils, this species sets seeds. This is a full sun species and is cold hardy (by estimate) into the mid to upper 20's F. Mail order would be simple.

REGULAR PRICE 4 INCH $50
TEN DAY SPECIAL 4 INCH $45

Garden/wild photos below by Agaveville website and TS at RPS.

YUCCA ROSTRATA
BLUE SUCCULENT WITH AMAZING COLD HARDINESS

SEMI-DWARF SIZE MATURE
BEING GROWN IN NEW YORK IN THE SNOW!
JUVENILE 4 INCH POTS ON SALE

This small to medium sized, drought tolerant plant is native to the southern U.S. border and down into Mexico. It is usually a single trunk mature plant but can fork above the ground. Most notable is the silver-blue foliage as shown here. It is very slow growing. Over time it forms a trunk about eight or ten inches thick. Foliage is about 2 feet long and not "pokey" or sharp. It demands full sun and is cold hardy at least into the single digits F. I had a customer call me from New York City recently to tell me that a plant bought from us about three years ago was thriving in his yard. Gardeners like this species because it's not very big and gives nice color to a sunny garden. The size we’re putting on sale are juvenile 4 inch pot size and have four to six leaves. This is a good starter size but will take time to make a nice garden plant. These would be easy to mail order. Of note, we also have 3 gallon for sale. Garden photos are by it.dreamstime.org and USF.ed

REGULAR PRICE 4 INCH $40
TEN DAY SPECIAL 4 INCH $35

MUSA SUMATRANA ZEBRINA
A NON-FRUITING BANANA ORNAMENTAL BANANA

TOP OF LEAF - RED BLOTCHES ON GREEN
BOTTOM OF LEAF - MAROON
TEN DAY SPECIAL ONE GALLON PLANTS

The plants I'm showing here are a non-fruiting type of ornamental Banana. Like most Bananas, it does sucker and the mature height is six to eight feet. It has light green leaves with attractive purple splotches and maroon underside. See photos below. It'd want full sun outdoors (along the coast) and should be cold tolerant well into the mid-twenties F. Some are also growing it as an indoor plant. We're putting our one gallon on sale. See first six photos below. Also shown below is our 15g size of a similar Banana - Musa sumatana hybrid that looks quite similar to the one on sale. But, these 15 gallon plants will produce fruit. In the garden sumatrana zebrina wants at least half day sun. Cold hardiness is into the mid 20's F.

TEN DAY SPECIAL 1 GALLON $35

ALOCASIA MAYAN MASK
GREEN EXOTIC WITH UPRIGHT LEAVES

MEDIUM HEIGHT MATURE - TAKES COASTAL SUN
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE

This hybrid variety of Alocasia is known for its large upright leaves that are green on the upper dorsal side with purple undersides. Both sides show prominent yellow veins. It is easy to grow but does best if you are in a freeze-free area. It likes good draining soil, average water. But, you back off on water during winter's cold. Mature height is six to eight feet. Leaves can easily get three feet long. On the coast it tolerates full sun or part sun. Far inland areas (frost free) would be bright filtered light or a small amount of sun. On sale are our 15 gallon size as shown n the first seven photos. The last photo is c/o the National Gardening Association where this species is being used as a patio plant.

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON $195
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $170

ALOCASIA LOW RIDER
TRUE DWARF GREEN HYBRID

NEVER OVER 2 FEET TALL - FAIRLY COLD HARDY
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

This dwarf Alocasia is a hybrid of Alocasia portora - which is much taller and larger than this hybrid. Mature height is typically 18 inches. Leaf stems are striped as you can see on the photo. Leaf color is green. This plant tolerates partial or perhaps full sun along the coast or limited sun / strong filtered light in interior areas. It is fairly cold hardy and winters over in zone 7B and above. We're putting 5 gallon on sale. Sorry, but I have no photos of mature garden plants.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $85
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON $65

This size can be shipped mail order.

PHILODENDRON SPECIES
RED ON BOTH SIDES

CLIMBING SPECIES - FANTASTIC PLANT!
TEN DAY SPECIAL 2 GALLON SIZE

Shown below are plants that came from cuttings of a climbing Philodendron from my garden. Every morning at dawn when I work in my home office I look east out the window and see the morning light showing through this plants leaves. It's so beautiful and such a delight to see. The plant in my garden has now climbed up about 25 feet on a King Palm trunk. Leaves are about 18 inches long and 12 inches wide mature. Leaf stems are red. I do not know the species name of this plant. I got it from an old time collector 40 years ago. I've only offered it for sale once or twice in the past forty years. The first photo shows the back of the leaf with light showing through a leaf. As it's now nighttime while I'm writing this, I cannot take a photo of the mother plant.

TEN DAY SPECIAL TWO GALLON PLANTS $35

I only have a handful of these available. It's a spectacular companion plant.

MONDAY, 27 MARCH, 2023

WALLICHIA DISTICHA
FISHTAIL APPEARING SINGLE TRUNK PALM

ALL LEAVES IN ONE PLANE
A VERY INTERESTING AND PECULIAR PALM

This unusual palm that has all of its leaves in a single plane. That is to say from the front, it is a fairly large, "Caryota-appearing" palm tree. But, looking from the side, it is narrow and you can hardly see it. The dictionary definition of "distichous" is: "Arranged in two vertical rows on opposite sides of an axis: distichous leaves. " In this case, the trunk of the palm is the axis.

This species is native to the Himalaya Mountains in Asia, spreading from northern India across to northern Thailand. There it grows at altitudes of up to 4000 feet. Because of it's heritage and as you might guess, it does have some cold hardiness and can easily be grown in many areas of Southern California. It tolerates temperatures down to about the mid to upper twenties F. It prefers full sun. Mature height is about 30 feet. Usually this species is single trunk, but in the wild suckering specimens are found. This is not to confuse it with another suckering species, Wallichia densiflora, which is always a clustering species.

Wallichia could be confused with Arenga and Caryota, both of which are also from the same part of the world. All have leaflets that have jagged or toothed apical ends as shown here. All also go through a flowering process that begins at the upper trunk and works its way down the trunk over time. And, all have stems that die after suckering. When there is only one stem (as with this species), the tree will die after it flowers. Seeds of Wallichia disticha are very small as shown here. The back sides of Wallichia and Arenga leaflets are silver whereas Caryotas are green on the back side. This helps in identifying the genus. Trunks of Wallichia disticha are also covered with dense brown fibers as shown here.

We have very limited numbers of this species for sale. I'm showing below as 5 gallon and 15 gallon plant as well as seeds (very small) of this species. For someone who likes different species, this one is for you.

ACROCOMIA ACULEATA
THE GRUGRU OR MACAW PALM

A SPINY SINGLE TRUNK PALM
NO BULGING IN THE TRUNK

Acrocomia aculeata, like Gastrococos crispa, is a large and tall, single trunk pinnate palm. It has a wide range of natural distribution spreading from Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean and down into South America. But, you will immediately spot that there is no swelling of the central trunk as seen with Gastrococos (described elsewhere in a recent post). Trunks are columnar, about 16-18 inches thick or more and overall plant height can reach up to sixty feet. They like full sun and are cold hardy into the upper twenties F. or a bit lower. Many are growing these palms well in So California. Availability is the problem. Seeds have a very stubborn coat that must be removed. This can take 30 minutes just for one seed. And, germination is sporadic. One shouldn't count on more than 10 to 15% germination rate. On occasion we do have a few available for sale. Shown below is a 5 gallon nursery plant. By the way, in past times we collectors knew various species of this genus. But taxomists feel that all are the same species - "aculeata". For those who see differences between these palms, we'd argue that divisIon of the genus into more species fits better with what we observe.

CARYOTA GIGAS
"THAI MOUNTAIN GIANT", "KING KONG PALM", "BLACK STEM FISHTAIL"

LARGE BIPINNATE SINGLE TRUNK PALM
GORGEOUS BUT NEEDS ROOM TO GROW
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON PLANTS

This beautiful large palm from northern Thailand has been given a lot of common names. Its leaves are green with chopped leaflets. Leaf length is about 14 feet with a width of 10 to 12 feet or more. It is the most sought-out species of Fishtail Palm. It has an extremely thick fat trunk that can get up to three feet wide at the base with a trunk height in Southern California that is hardly ever over 35 feet. It tolerates full sun and is cold hardy into the low 20’s F. It is as monocarpic species (blossoms and then dies) and one could expect a life expectancy of 12 to 14 years. It will produce shade underneath. It is quick growing but does not put on vertical height as fast as Caryota urens. If your plant doesn't look good, it's probably from your lack of giving it adequate water (if there's no cold burn). Presently we have a limited supply of 15 gallon we’re putting on special. Occasionally we get in 25 gallon size.

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON $245
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON $195.

CHAMAEDOREA TRUNKING RADICALIS
MEDIUM HEIGHT MATURE - THIN TRUNKS

SUPER COLD HARDY AND TOLERATES COASTAL SUN
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15G SIZE MULTIPLES

Speaking of cold hardy, filtered light palms, let me mention Chamaedorea radicalis. Today I’m talking about the tunking form of this species. Decades ago we didn't even know this species existed. All Chamaedorea radicalis were dwarfs - rarely over five feet tall. The trunking form rapidly puts on trunk. Mature, plants can get up to fifteen feet tall. Leaflets are wider than the dwarf form and there's a bit of silver color to the stems and trunk. Trunks mature are narrow, under an inch thick. They can bend slightly as they get height. See photos below of a mature specimen at the nursery. It is also very quick growing. These 15g on Special should have a ten foot height in under five years. Both forms tolerate full sun along the coast but can also be grown in strong filtered light. Cold hardiness of 18 degrees F. Some in the SF Bay Area are successfully growing this species. Also, enthusiasts in Houston, TX have as well. We have a limited number of 15g plants on special. This larger 15g size can be mail ordered but do consider smaller sizes to save money if you are out of our area. Note that I have put six photos below of our fruiting triiple trunking radicalis. It's about ten years old in a 25g pot.

REGULAR PRICE 15G MULTIPLES $235
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15G MULTIPLES $210

You get this discount when you mention our Blog Only Special. BTW, that huge 25 gallon plant, the mature one with seeds, is also for sale.

ARCHONTOPHOENIX BEATRICAE
RARE VARIETY OF THE KING PALM

SILVER UNDERSIDES TO LEAFLETS
GREEN CROWN SHAFT
SINGLES AND MULTIPLES
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15G SIZE

Archontophoenix Alexandrae is native to Australia. It has green leaves that have silver discoloration to the underside of the leaflets as shown below. Leaves tend to stay flat without the twist on their axis as seen with the more common King Palm, Archotophoenix cunninghamiana. Although they are a tad less cold hardy than the latter, they are felt by most to be more beautiful. Mature height can exceed 50 feet. The crown shaft with green without the brown discoloration seen with the common King Palm. Cold hardiness is about 26 degrees F. They can take coastal sun but half-day sun might give the pretties specimen. The 15g size shown below demonstrate both the single planting (3rd row below) and multiples (first two rows of photos) with several in a pot.

REGULAR PRICE 15G $225
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15G $200

Remember: mention this Special to get your discount when you purchase!

KING PALM
ARCHONTOPHOENIX CUNNINGHAMIANA

MEDIUM TO TALL, FULL OR PART DAY SUN
TEN DAY SPECIAL SINGLE 15 GALLON SIZE

The popular King Palm is also known as the Piccabeen Palm or Bangalow palm. It is native to several areas in Australia. It can in habitat get to sixty feet tall, but in Southern California is usually not over 40 feet tall. It is crown shafted with a gray trunk. The crown shaft is green with some brown speckled areas. Leaf length is 8 to 10 feet. It is not particularly rare. Other species of King Palms are. (we grow them all). Ramenta is present on the back of the leaflets, a hallmark of this species. Cold tolerance is about 25 degrees F. The singles we're putting on sale are in the 15g size. Be aware, you can plant a single, double or triple. All do great although the greater the number of plants put in, the slower the growth rate of the clump. These single 15g plants are about 7 to 8 feet tall in their pots.

REGULAR PRICE 15G $185
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15G $165

Mention this Blog Only Special at the time of purchase for this discounted price. We do have other sizes for sale.

PRESTOEA MONTANA
AKA PRESTOEA ACUMINATA VAR. MONTANA

RARE PINNATE PALM FROM PUERTO RICO
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15G SIZE

Prestoea is a genus that is very closely related to another palm genus, Euterpe. It is found in the Caribbean, Central and South America. Essentially all Euterpe are crown shafted palms. Many of the Prestoea are not. There are also distinctions between the flowers of these two genera. Also, many of the Prestoea are suckering. But, there is one that is single trunk. This is Prestoea montana, native to mountainous areas of Puerto Rico. I've always known of this species as not having a crown shaft. But, I've seen photos (including ones from native habitats) where a crown shaft is seen.

The hallmarks of this species are its wide and very shiny green leaves, its somewhat slender trunk and its overall beautiful appearance. Plant heights can reach forty feet or more. This species should be grown in part day sun or filtered light. It likes rich soil and ample moisture. I'd estimate its cold tolerance is down to about a freeze or a bit less. It is not a species for a beginner to try. We're putting the 15g plants on special. Note that this species has historically been known as "Prestoea montana" but in more recent years has been considered a variety of P. acuminata.

REGULAR PRICE 15G $235
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE $225

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CHAMAEDOREA WOODSONIANA
TALL, THICK TRUNK, BEAUTIFUL GREEN PINNATE PALM

DOES BEST IN SHADE – STUNNINGLY BEAUTIFUL
TEN DAY SPECIAL HUGE 5 GALLON SIZE

This is a very large, single trunk species that is native to a long range, spanning from Mexico into the northern parts of South America. It is very sought after by enthusiasts and is known as one of the tallest of all Chamaedoreas - reaching heights of possibly over forty feet. The trunk has a prominent crownshaft and is four inches thick or more. It's leaves are four to five feet long with a prominent petiole. Leaf color is a deep green and, in cross section, the leaves are slightly keeled. In Southern California, this species prefers shade or a bit of sun. It has been said that this species cannot take a freeze. More recent reports suggest this species can tolerate temperatures into the upper 20's F. It is known to be growing in the San Francisco Bay area. It is a quick grower and sometimes the base of the trunk is swollen. Shown is our 5g size which are absolutely huge and tall for their pot size. Some are seven feet tasll in their pots. They are on sale. We have limited numbers available.

REGULAR PRICE THESE HUGE 5 GALLON $175
TEN DAY SPECIAL THESE HUGE 5 GALLON SIZE $145

Note: We only have about eight of them and they’ll be gone soon.

COCCOTHRINAX ARGENTEA
MEDIUM SIZED FAN PALM

SMALL TRUNK - SILVER BACK TO LEAVES
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

This medium size and very attractive fan palm is native to areas of Florida, Mexico and into the Caribbean. It has a blue green leaf color with more prominent silver on the underside of the leaf. Taxonomists seem recently to be lumping together Coccothrinax argentea and argentata. Mature height is rarely to twenty feet. Leaves are about three to four feet across and prominently divided into segments. As this species grows, fibrous material falls off the trunk to give a cleaner and more smooth surface. It likes heat and sun. It might also do well in desert areas. Cold hardiness is into the mid-twenties F. We are putting our 5 gallon plants on sale. Very limited numbers apply. This species is ideal for people who want a thin trunked and different fan palm that doesn’t take up much room and tolerates full hot sun. Note that, in a pot, it is a very slow growing species. The 5 gallon size are about six years old.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $145
TEN DAY SPECIAL 25 GALLON $125

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SABAL URESANA
RARE & ATTRACTIVE BLUE FAN PALM

MEDIUM SIZED MATURE – LOVES HEAT AND SUN
VERY DIFFICULT TO FIND FOR SALE
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

This extremely blue species of Sabal is from northwestern Mexico in the states of Sonora and Chihuahua. In fact, I had a collector in New Mexico who told me he thinks the natural distribution of this species extends across the U.S. border into New Mexico. But, this is not documented. This species has very long petioles with divided fan leaves attached at their ends. The leaves are blue or blue-green on both sides. This is more apparent when the plants are moved into sun and age. tThe ends of the leaves flex downward, so the leaves appear as if they are hanging down toward the ground. Plants can get over thirty feet tall and in habitat are much taller than this. Trunks get up to eighteen inches thick. They like heat and sun. Cold hardiness is good, into the upper teens F. But, cold along with wet weather can be difficult for this species. We have available some nice 5 gallon which we’re putting on Special. Leaf color is just beginning to turn blue. The last habitat photo is by Jeremy Spath. The last actual photo is a 15g plant which we’ve sold out of.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $135
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON $110

SABAL BLACKBURNIANA
LARGE AND TALL FAN PALM

NICE BAND SIZED PLANTS AVAILABLE
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

This species of thick trunked fan palm is native to Dominican Republic and Haiti. It can get to over 60 feet tall with a massive 2 foot thick brown trunk. Leaves are larger than the similar but smaller Sabal palmetto. Growth rate is quick. It is also very cold hard and likes full hot sun. It can go down to the mid-teens F. The 5 gallon size shown below is about 5 years old.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $125
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON $100

Just remember to mention this Special. Last photo by friend Justen Dobbs.

CYPHOPHOENIX ALBA – PREVIOUSLY VEILLONIA ALBA
GORGEOUS & SUPER RARE NEW CALEDONIAN PALM

EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO FIND
MEDIUM HEIGHT – WHITE CROWN SHAFT
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON PLANTS

This single trunk, white crown-shafted palm comes from the island of New Caledonia. There is grows in locations from sea level to 2000 feet. It is a medium sized plant best known for its white crown shaft. Known for decades as a monotypic species "Veillonia alba", in the past decade taxonomists decided renamed it Cyphophoenix alba. Trunk diameter is thin, about six inches. Height is about forty feet, sometimes taller. This species is known to grow in better areas of Southern California. The crown shaft is covered with either white or red-brown tomentum and is striking. Prominent rings are seen on the trunk. The leaves are green and overall, the crown is a medium size. I would recommend growing this is filtered light and let it work its way into a bit more sun. Cold tolerance is into the mid-twenties F. As this species is super rare and hard to find, if you get one you have to be careful with it. It would be difficult to replace is you lose it through poor culture. We have put 5 gallon on sale. The garden photos are by Wikipedia and TS at RPS.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $155
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON $135

COPERNICIA PRUNIFERA
THE CARNAUBA WAX PALM

WATER CONSERVING - LOVES HEAT AND SUN
TALL FAN PALM WITH BLUE LEAVES
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

This species is native to Brazil and is a single trunk fan palm with a not too large crown of leaves that are green in color. Sometimes they'll be blue-green. Overall height can get over fifty feet. Old leaf bases can be adherent to the trunk making rough as shown in the last photo. Economically, the leaves of this species produce a wax that makes carnauba wax. The latter is marketed for various usages including car and shoe wax. This palm wants heat and sun and is cold hardy to at least the lower 20's F. We are offering our 5g plants on sale.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $135
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON $115

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DYPSIS PRESTONIANA
VERY RARE SINGLE TRUNK PALM FROM MADAGASCAR

PLUMOSA LEAVES – COLORFUL CROWN SHAFT
TEN DAY SPECIAL 2 GALLON SIZE

REGULAR PRICE 2 GALLON SIZE $80
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $65

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COPERNICIA HOSPITA
THE BLUE CUBAN WAX PALM

EXTREMELY RARE SINGLE TRUNK FAN PALM
STUNNING BLUE SPECIES
TEN DAY SPECIAL ONE GALLON SIZE

This difficult to find and beautiful blue fan palm is native to Cuba. Mature trees carry a large number of blue, circular and pleated and flat leaves. The trunk holds on to old leaf bases for a while but eventually is smooth with about a 12 inch diameter. Many feel that this, along with other Copernicia, are some of the most beautiful of all fan palms. Expect a mature height of 20 to 25 feet. It wants full sun and is cold tolerant to at least a freeze. We're putting our one gallon plants on special. Their age is approaching 3 years. I’d highly recommend getting one as they are near impossible to find. Easy to mail order.

TEN DAY SPECIAL ONE GALLON $65

HOWEA BELMOREANA
THE SENTRY OR UMBRELLA PALM

ANOTHER PALM FROM LORD HOW ISLAND
TEN DAY SPECIAL NICE BAND SIZED SEEDLINGS

There is a second endemic species of Howea on Lord Howe Island. This is Howea belmoreana. Common names used to describe this species include the Sentry Palm, the Belmore Palm, the "Kentia Palm", and even the Umbrella Palm. However, the name "Kentia Palm" is usually used to refer to the H. forsteriana. Howea belmoreana comes from a higher elevation in its natural habitat compared to the H. forsteriana. And, given this fact, one might expect that this species is a little more cold tolerant. Most growers have found this to be true, tolerating temperatures to about 25 degrees F.

The main difference between this palm and the standard Kentia is that the crown of leaves are quite curved pointing downwards toward the grown. This gives the crown an overall umbrella appearance. Like the H. forsteriana, the Belmore Palm doesn't like full sun if away from the Coast and is rather slow growing. Most find it to be slower than the regular Kentia Palm. Culture is similar and there is little data on the transplant of this species, but I suspect it will perform about the same as the standard Kentia. We’re putting band seedlings on sale.

REGULAR PRICE BAND SIZED SEEDLINGS $60
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZED SEEDLINGS $52.50

Please mention this Special at the time of purchase. Easy to mail order. BTW, folks are growing this species in the SF Bay area.

BURRETIOKENTIA HAPALA
AN EXOTIC NEW CALEDONIAN PALM FOR SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

DROP DEAD GORGEOUS
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE

In the mid-1980's I began to grow some of the very cool palms from new Caledonia. By 1995 I was totally into it and this led to my arranging the fantastic International Palm Society Biennial trip to New Caledonia that happened during my tenure as President in the year 2000. I just didn't know of a better place for a bunch of palm enthusiasts to go and see some of the best palms in the world. This species, Burretiokential hapala, is one of those palms.

It is a crown shafted palm with a rather thin trunk of about eight inches that gets to a height of approximately 25 to 30 feet. I has an intriguing brown color to the stems and crown shaft area. It does not have the stripes you'd see with the Burretiokentia vieilllardii. Cold tolerance is about 25 degrees F, or perhaps a bit less. So, it's comparable to a King Palm. If you can grow a King, you can grow this species. One of the keys to culture is not letting the ground it's in go dry. This species, like Chambeyronia, responds to water.

Shown here are the band size I'm putting on special. The one larger nursery plant below is a nice 25 gallon. I'd recommend morning sun, a few hours of mid day sun, or bright filtered light. It's a great species to grow.

REGULAR PRICE BAND SIZE $65
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE $55

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ENCEPHALARTOS ALTENSTEINII
LARGER GREEN CYCAD FROM SO AFRICA

FULL CROWN OF LEAVES - HUSKY TRUNK
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE SEEDLINGS

This is a medium to large green cycad from the Eastern Cape region of the Republic of South Africa. It was named after a Prussian statesman and is listed a a threatened cycad species. Mature height after many decades can reach up to over sixteen feet. Leaf length is six feet with trunk diameter of up to 18 to 24 inches. Leaflets have spines, especially when young. The base of the leaf stems are usually devoid of prickles or spines. Leaf color is a shiny green. Along the coast this species tolerates full sun or part day sun. It easily withstands a freeze and has an absolute cold tolerance down to about 22 degrees F. It can easily be grown on the patio if given adequate light. Desert areas should consider only a few hours of direct desert sun. It is best to give this species plenty of room in the garden. It makes a spectacular specimen plant. We are offering seedlings in the band size on special. These are easy to ship within the U.S.

REGULAR PRICE BAND SIZE $65
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE $55

CERATOZAMIA KUESTERIANA
SMALL TO MEDIUM SIZED CYCAD

COLORFUL EMERGING NEW LEAVES
INLAND FILTERED LIGHT OR COASTAL SUN
TEN DAY SPECIAL CITRUS POT SIZE AS SHOWN

This attractive cycad comes from the Sierra Mountain Range in Mexico near Tamaulipas. There is grows among overhead oak trees. It is a small to medium sized plant, perhaps at most getting a four foot tall caudex. Leaf length is four to five feet. Leaflets are long and narrow, coming to a point. Leaflet color is green. But, newly emerging leaves are a brown-red as shown below. With the 8th photo by Ian Edwards below, you can see how attractive a new swirl of leaves can be. Petioles can be smooth or armed with small spines.

This is an easy to grow species. It can take coastal full sun but inland demands filtered light. Cold tolerance is to the low 20's F. This species is being grown in northern CA and in some other states where they see cooler weather. I’m showing you two plants in citrus pots with new reddish-brown emerging leaves. Caudex sizes are 3 to 3.5 inches. Soil should be well draining in the garden. This species also makes an attractive containerized patio plant. Only a few of these left.

REGULAR PRICE THIS SIZE CITRUS POT $395
TEN DAY SPECIAL CITRUS POT THIS SIZE $340

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MACROZAMIA RIEDLEI
RARE GREEN CYCAD FROM WESTERN AUSTRALIA

TRUNKLESS OR NEAR-TRUNKLESS SPECIES
TEN DAY SPECIAL 25 GALLON SIZE

This fairly rare and seldom available green cycad is native to south-western Australia and is known for forming no trunk or minimal trunk. Its is rarely over six to eight feet tall. Leaves are green with fine leaflets. Leaf length is five to six feet with a gentle arch. Sometimes leaf color is a gray-green. Leaves are fairly glossy and it has smaller cones than most other landscape species. It tolerates full coastal sun and would prefer at least half day sun in most areas. Cold tolerance is well into the twenties F. It likes well-draining sandy soil. We have two 15g plants available, both the same size. Caudexes are 8 to 9 inches. Age on these is about fourteen years. They can be shipped mail order in a large box. The plants on Special are shown in the first ten photos below, each separately. .

REGULAR PRICE THESE 8 TO 9 INCH SPECIMENS $1050
TEN DAY SPECIAL THESE 15G PLANTS THIS SIZE $925

ARAUCARIA HETEROPHYLLA
THE NORFOLK ISLAND PINE OR STAR PINE

LARGE AND TALL STURDY GREEN LEAFED TREE
TOLERATES OUR LOCAL WINTER COLD - WANTS SUN
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE

There are about twenty different species of Araucaria worldwide. This includes multiple species from New Caledonia. The Norfolk Island Pine is one of these species. It is native, of course, to the Norfolk Island. All Araucaria tend to make good sized trees. The Norfolk Pine in the wild can get to heights well over one hundred feet with a forty or more foot spread of the crown. It developes a thick trunk and has prickly green leaflets. Because of the latter, you cannot walk below it bare footed. It is a full sun tree in most areas and is only marginally cold hardy - at best into the mid to upper 30's F. Also, it doesn't like extremely hot weather. With this said, there are a fair number of mature trees in the coastal San Diego area. It is difficult to find any Araucaria for sale. We rarely have them available.

TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE AS SHOWN $145

FICUS UMBELLATA
INTERIOR / EXTERIOR PLANT WITH LARGE ROUND LEAVES

DWARF MATURE SIZE - STRIKING APPEARANCE
NEWLY AVAILABLE TREE FOR ENTHUSIASTS
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE

Until about 3 months ago, I had never heard of this species. There's essentially no scientific articles on it on the Internet. I've read that it is native to South Africa. It's mentioned as a smaller replacement for the popular Fiddle Leaf Fig. It differs from the latter in that it's leaves are very soft and pliable. It is also much smaller tree mature. The Fiddle Leaf Fig in my yard is over 30 feet tall and 20 feet wide with a thick trunk. This new species is supposed to be a real dwarf, not getting over 4 to 6 feet tall. Leaves are a foot wide, prominently veined and round. Inside, it's said to want very bright light - next to a bright window. Cold hardiness is unknown. We'll know more by next spring after we winter them over at our nursery. I have no data growing it outdoors. We're offering some nicely sized 15 gallon that are 7 to 8 feet tall in thier pots. I only have a couple. They are apparently near mature height. BTW, this is only the second time we've offered this tree for sale. We know it does well as an interior plant but data on growing outside is limited.

TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON $245

Sorry, but no photos of mature trees are available.

MUSA SUMATRANA HYBRID
A NON-FRUITING BANANA CROSSED WITH A FRUITING BANANA

MAKES A PRETTIER FRUITING PLANT
DEFINITE RED COLOR TO LEAVES
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON PLANTS

The plants I'm showing here may be very interesting. It's a cross between the ornamental Musa sumatrana (zebrina) and a fruiting type of Banana. The hybridizer told me it produces edible bananas but do have some small seeds in the fruit. Mature height should be about 8 feet. Like most Bananas, it does sucker and the fruiting stalk is replaced by a new stalk. It has light green leaves with attractive purple splotches and maroon underside. See photos below. It'd want full sun and should be cold tolerant well into the mid-twenties F. Below I'm showing you the 15 gallon size. These plants are very nicely sized with some overhead. BTW, they are near impossible to find. I have no mature photos to show you as it's a new hybrid.

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON $195
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON $165

HELICONIA SCHIEDIANA
BANANA-LIKE SUCKERING TROPICAL PLANT

ORANGE OR RED/YELLOW UPRIGHT BLOSSOMS
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

All of our Heliconia are grown from rhizomes from existing and flowering plants in Southern California. This results in large, very strong growing plants as shown here. Heliconia schiediana can take sun or part sun, gets to a height of sever to eight feet, and flowers freely in the summer. It is very cold hardy. Even if a hard freeze knocks down the leaves, plants usually come back vigorously in the spring. Flowers are red/yellow or orange/yellow. We’re putting the 5 gallon size on special.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $100
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON $85

Just mention this blog posting when purchasing to get the discount. The seventh photo is of a 15 gallon nursery plant. The blossom photo below is by TS at RPS. The last photo shows Heliconia plants in a garden.

CLIVIA MINIATA
IN FLOWER NOW - ORANGE VARIETY
FILTERED LIGHT PLANT

EASY TO GROW
TEN DAY SPECIAL 1 GALLON PLANTS COMING INTO BLOOM

Previously I've discussed this great companion garden plant for filtered light. We just got in some very nice 1 gallon plants in blossom. For a one gallon, they are very full, sometimes with several plants in the pot. I'm putting them on special. The blossom last for about 3 weeks. They've come into blossom in the last few days and are a spring bloomer. These can be mail ordered but I can't guarantee safe arrival of the flowers.

REGULAR PRICE THSE ONE GALLON $40
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $32.50

FRIDAY, 24 MARCH, 2023

CYRTOSTACHYS RENDA - AKA CYRTOSTAHYS LAAKA
THE LIPSSTICK OR RED SEALING WAX PALM

BEAUTIFUL RED CROWN SHAFT - SUCKRING
BUT, MOST IN THE U.S. CAN'T GROW IT OUTDOORS

About once or twice a week, I get a call from someone who wants to grow this exotic species in their yard. For this reason, I'm writing about growing this palm. I've gotten calls from such places as Las Vegas, Dallas and Madison, Wisconsin. Don't laugh; people just love this species. In the continental U.S., there is hardly any location where the Lipstick Palm can survive over the long run outdoors. The problem is the winter's cold. This species rapidly succumbs at temperatures under 47 degrees F. I mean, overnight! Back in my more reckless years, I'd try these again and again. But, one nights failure of the heaters and all of the Red Sealing Wax were gone. Nowadays I don't heat the greenhouses and don't even have a chance with this species.

This species is native to southern Thailand, Malaysia, and some Indonesian islands. It is a clumping palm and can get to sixty feet. It's hallmark is the red crown shaft. Thus the common names. It wants sun in the tropics but can be grown in filtered light. Here in Southern California it wants a greenhouse. Or, if you are super industrious, you can try it inside the house but it'll be a challenge.

In South Florida there are some being grown outdoors, but winter cold fronts put them at risk of death. In HI, they seem to thrive where winter lows are hardly ever below 55 degrees near the water. Remember, below 47 degrees F. and this species is gone. I can get one for a real enthusiast, but they are always quite expensive. One photo below shows interior environmentally controlled culture of this species in Southern CA. The last photo shows a 5 gallon plant that saw temperatures of 46 degrees for one night.

CYPHOPHOENIX ELEGANS
THIN TRUNK NEW CALEDONIAN PALM

SILVER GREEN CROWN SHAFT – MEIUM HEIGHT
GROWS WELL HERE IN STRONG FILTERED LIGHT

This desirable palm species comes from northeastern New Caledonia and, for its height, has a rather thin trunk of about six inches. In habitat, it can get forty to fifty feet tall. But, in our area, expect a mature height of about 25 feet. The trunk has prominent rings and has a swollen crown shaft that is silver green as shown here. Its leaves are green in color, arching and have a short petiole. Along our coast here, this palm can tolerate full or part day sun. If you put it into filtered light, try to give it at least a brief swath of sun. Far inland areas should give it a few hours of sun in the morning or strong filtered light. Cold tolerance is estimated into the mid-twenties F.

Shown below are garden photos from Southern California. The third photo was taken by my son Jesse in habitat. Also shown are some nursery plants.

BURRETIOKENTIA KOGHIENSIS
RARE NEW CALEDONIAN PALM

NARROW TRUNK & WHITE CROWN SHAFT
TEN DAY SPECIAL LARGE 25G PLANTS

Back in the year 2000, I was the President of the International Palm Society. I set up the 1998 Biennial in Thailand at Nong Nook Gardens. I arranged with the Palm Society of New Caledonia to have to 2000 Biennial in their country. The palms of New Caledonia are some of the most exciting and prettiest palms of the world. This gave my son Jesse and I a great opportunity to see the New Caledonian palms in the wild.

About 45 minutes out of Noumea (the capitol) is Mount Koghi. This is the home habitat for Burretiokentia koghiensis. It has a thin to medium trunk, a white crown shaft and gets to about 25 feet tall. It's very beautiful and does great in Southern California. Most grow it in part day sun. Cold tolerance is into the mid-twenties F. (sort of like a King Palm with tolerance of cold). Shown here are plants that we germinated about 10 years ago. They are finally really nice, old 25g plants. You'll not see locally grown plants of this species and size around at all. And, never on sale.

REGULAR PRICE 25G $650
TEN DAY SPECIAL 25G $575

We only have a few of these, so don't dally. It's a fabulous addition to any garden. Mention this Special.

DYPSIS LUTESCENS
THE ARECA PALM

VERY DIFFICULT TO FIND LATELY - INDUSTRY WIDE
THE BEST "NEIGHBOR BLOCKER" PLANT
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15G PLANTS

This is an attractive, suckering, thin trunked palm species is from Madagascar or surrounding areas. The number one reason people buy this species is "to hide something". By this, I mean they want to hide a neighbor, an ugly next door structure, an unsightly fence, the side of a garage, etc. This is an ideal species for this purpose as it suckers and is fairly dense. You can't see through it well. Mature height averages 14 feet in California. Cold hardiness is into the mid-twenties F. Trunk diameter is about 3 inches. It'll take full sun along the coast and far inland areas must give it only morning or filtered sun. These 15g are 6 feet tall in their pots. We have limited numbers available. These will be the first Areca Palms available with any size for months.

REGULAR PRICE THIS SIZE $255
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON $225

To get maximal privacy one would not cut off the small lower suckers. Very limited supply.

CHAMAEDOREA TEPEJILOTE
SINGLE TRUNK, TALL
SHADE-LOVING PINNATE PALM

DARK GREEN RINGED TRUNK
OFTEN GROWN AS A "MULTIPLE"
TEN DAY SPECIAL QUITE LARGE - TEN FEET TALL 15G SIZE

This single trunk pinnate palm is native to areas extending from southern Mexico down to Columbia. They are often grown for food as the male blossoms are cooked and eaten as a delicacy. This species doesn't take sun here - it'll burn. But, in shade it thrives in temperatures down to the mid-twenties F. It is quick growing and has a rather thick, prominently ringed dark green trunk. Flowers are quite prominent and, if you have several plants closely situated, the chances are you'll obtain fruit without even trying. The last photo shows a flower with green fruit. This species can also be grown inside the home as long as the air is not too hot and dry. I personally like the looks of a collection of several plants grown together. Over time, as they age and get overhead, there will be some "stair-stepping" of the crowns and this is quite attractive. Cold tolerance is into the mid-twenties F. It needs filtered light, even when tall. We have mostly multiples (more than one plant) in this 15 gallon size on sale. These are too tall for mail order as they are about ten feet or more tall. For the shipping, we can ship our 5 gallon size. We also have shorter 15 gallon available at a lesser price..

REGULAR PRICE LARGE AND OLD 15 GALLON $350
TEN DAY SPECIAL THESE LARGE 15 GALLON $295

Just mention this Special for your discount. The last photo below is c/o TS at RPS.

SABAL CAUSIARUM
LARGE TRUNKED TROPICAL FAN PALM

SMOOTH AND LIGHT COLORED TRUNK
SUPER COLD HARDY
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE

This is one of my favorite Sabal species. It's native to various Caribbean Islands including Puerto Rico and Cuba. It can get to height of at least 35 feet and has a trunk that is smooth and a light tan to gray color. Trunks are thick, up to about 30 inches. Leaf color is blue-green. Growth rate is good and it likes sun. Cold tolerance is into the mid-teens F. The 15g size shown below are nice. We’re putting this size on sale. I’m showing some mature plants below as well.

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON $235
TEN DAY SPECIAL $210

ALLAGOPTERA ARENARIA
THE SEASHORE OR BEACH PALM

FULL SUN, COLD HARDY, DWARF
VERY DIFFICULT TO LOCATE FOR SALE
TEN DAY SPECIAL FIVE GALLON SIZE

The nursery plants shown here are nice one gallon size. They are about three years old. This species is native to Brazil and lives near the ocean, often on sandy dunes near beaches. In general, it is very slow growing. Mature height height is about six feet. The leaves are plumose and fluffy. It is a single trunk species although it has the appearance of being a suckering species. It loves sun and heat. If you need a small palm for full sun that you can see over, this is a great species for you. These 5g are easy to ship in their containers with soil. This species is very difficult to find for sale nowadays.

REGULAR PRICE FIVE GALLON $145
SALE PRICE THIS SIZE $125

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LIVISTONA LANGINOSA
THE WOOLY LIVISTONA

TALL, THINNER TRUNK
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 G SIZE

This single trunk fan palm is native to northeastern Australia. It has previously been referred to as the Cape River Livistona. Formal description was first done by John Dowe in 1998 - followed by other revisions. It gets to heights above thirty feet with a trunk diameter of 10 to 18 inches. In habitat it tolerates hot and arid conditions. It is a full sun species with cold hardiness to at least the low 20's F.

REGULAR PRICE 5G $135
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $115

Just mention this Blog Special for your discount. The first habitat photo is c/o Darrel Oconnor Palmpedia and the second by John Dowe c/o Palm Specialist Group

LICUALA SPINOSA
SUCKERING FILTERED LIGHT FAN PALM

EXOTIC WHEN WELL GROWN
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZED SEEDLINGS

FACTS ABOUT LICUALA SPINOSA

Common Names:	Spiny Licuala palm, Mangrove Fan Palm
ID:	2181
Locality:	Southeast Asia
Cold Hardiness:	26Âº F.
Trunk Type:	This palm has slender trunks (about an inch); crown is brown and fibrous.
Leaf Type:	Fan leaf, the petiole (leafstalk) is heavily armed with spines.
Suckering/Solitary:	Suckering (multiple trunks).
Maintenance:	Is a great palm for those who have some experience growing palms. Normal watering needs.
Speed of growth:	Slow
Height:	Approximately 8 feet
Soil requirements:	Rich soil with good drainage.
Sun requirements:	Shade or filtered light.
General Description:	This is a very nice palm for those who have experience growing palms. It can be a bit fickle but it is worth a try if you live in a warmer area.
Further Data:	If you like this palm see Rhapis excelsa, Licuala ramsayi, Licuala radula, Licuala elegans and Sabal mauritiiformis.

REGULAR PRICE BAND SIZE $55
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE $49.50
(Note: these are a simply ship for mail order)

DYPSIS LASTELLIANA
THE RED NECK PALM

NATIVE TO MADAGASCAR
TEN DAY SPECIAL SEEDLING SIZE

This species of single trunk Madagascar palm is often mixed up with Dypsis leptocheilos, an ideal palm species for Southern California. Dypsis lastelliana, which is a near identical species, is a bigger single trunk species with a very similar red, fuzzy crown shaft. But, it is harder to grow because it is less cold tolerant. It gets to a height of about 25 feet and has a thicker trunk with upright longer green leaves. It would do best in the sun and is cold hardy down to perhaps a freeze. It is also slower growing than the Teddy Bear Palm. For the best locations in So Cal, it can be grown. There's one at the Catamaran Hotel in Pacific Beach in San Diego that's been alive for years.

REGULAR PRICE BAND SIZE $60
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $50

Just mention this Special at the time of purchase.

DYPSIS LEPTOCHEILOS
THE TEDDY BEAR PALM

RUST COLORED CROWN SHAFT
THIN SILVER RINGED TRUNK
TEN DAY SPECIAL LARGE BAND SIZE

This great palm is known for its rusty-brown/red crown shaft that is quite fuzzy to the touch. It therefore has its common name of the Teddy Bear Palm. It is not a huge palm, usually getting up to about twenty-five feet with a six inch thick trunk. Trunk color is silver with prominent rings. Leaf color is green. Right on the coast it takes full sun easily. Far inland would require part day sun or filtered light. Cold tolerance is down to about 25 degrees F. This is one of the most popular palms around. I’m offering our band size on special. This size is quite large for its pot and definitely needs repotting soon.

REGULAR PRICE LARGE BAND SIZE $65
TEN DAY SPECIAL LARGE BAND SIZE $55

Just mention this Blog Special to get the discount at time of purchase.

DYPSIS ARENARUM
THE SAND PALM

SIMILAR TO DYPSIS LUTESCENS
BUT WHITE CROWN SHAFT
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE

This thin trunked suckering palm is native to Madagascar where, in the northeastern area, it lives close to the sandy beaches. Thus the common name. It has green curved leaves with small leaflets. The tubular crown shaft is white and the thin trunk is ringed. It is distinguished from the Areca Palm by it's reddish petioles and blue-green leaflets. It typically forms a clump of four to five individual plants. It tolerates coastal sun and is cold hardy in the mid to upper 20's F. It is as rare species. We rarely have it for sale.

TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE $55

ENCEPHALARTOS EUGENE-MARAISII
BLUE SOUTH AFRICAN CYCAD FROM THE TRANSVAAL AREA

VERY SOUGHT AFTER BY ENTHUSIAST
MEDIUM SIZED MATURE - UPRIGHT LEAVES
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE SEEDLINGS

This species is endemic to the Waterberg range in the Limpopo Province of South Africa. Their habitat is dry and arid. They grow on steep rocky slops, grasslands and savanna. It is a small to medium sized species. Leaf length generally does not exceed a meter and stems can get about four meters high. Of the Transvaal (previous province within South Africa north of the Vaal River) species, this is the most common. That being said, this species is still exceptionally rare and almost extinct in the wild.

The leaves on this species can vary from a blue/green color, to a powdery silver and in some cases be an aquamarine. Leaflets twist almost perpendicular to the petiole, giving them a 'stacking' appearance (like blinds). In coastal and inland areas, this species prefers to be in the full sun, but can tolerate partial sun. Cold tolerance is about 22 degrees F.
The seedlings on special are 18 month old with two leaves. We rarely put them on special.

REGULAR PRICE BAND SIZE $125
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE $95

Remember to mention this Blog Special for this discount at the time of purchase.

DIOON SPECIES "RIO VERDE"
MEXICAN CYCAD WITH LONG LEAVES

FULL SUN SPECIES – NEVER SUPER LARGE
FOR A CYCAD, FAIRLY COLD HARDY CYCAD
TEN DAY SPECIAL CITRUS POT SIZED PLANTS

This surprisingly cold hardy Mexican cycad is known for its longer leaves. Compared to an ordinary Dioon edule, it has much longer leaves. These leaves have a somewhat yellow petiole and leaf color is green or blue-green. And, there's an extra treat: new leaves flush an interesting pink-green color. This is a slow growing species. Trunks rarely get to two feet. They cluster freely.

It is a sun species that is cold tolerant into the upper teens F. It tolerates heat and full hot sun. Shown here are our citrus pot sized sized plants that are about 8-9 years old. Caudexes are about here inches. The first seven photos below show these plants. I'm also showing a few other nursery plants to demonstrate leaf color.

REGULAR PRICE THIS SIZE CITRUS POT PLANTS $350
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZED CITRUS POT PLANTS $295

You must mention this Blog Only Special to get this price when purchasing.

SUPER DESIRABLE ENCEPHALARTOS HYBRID
ENCEPHALARTOS TRANSVENOSUS X WOODII
PRETTIEST MATURE OF THE WOODII HYBRIDS

FULL SUN CYCAD – MEDIUM TO LARGE MATURE SIZE
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS ACTUAL PLANT

As many of you know, Encephalartos woodii is an extinct plant in the wild and domestically only males are known to exist. This pure form come only from offsets from existing plants. It is one of the most sought after and coveted of all cycads. Most crosses are made by using male pollen from E. woodii and crossing it with E. natalensis. But, when it’s crossed with E. transvenosus, the offspring are much prettier with wider and more appealing leaflets. These F2 hybrid was made from domestic plants in Southern California. It’s good in full sun along the coast and will have a cold hardiness of 22 to 25 degrees F. The actual plant on special is in a 7 gallon pot (shippable) with a caudex that is 5 inches thick - see first 3 photos below. We only have a few of these but am putting this particular cycad on a Ten Day Special.

REGULAR PRICE THIS ACTUAL CYCAD $950
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS ACTUAL CYCAD $825

In the first row of photos are the plant photos of the wooodii hybrid on Special. The second row is E. transvenosus (female) and the third E. woodii (pollen donor).

CYCAS PANZHIHUAENSIS
RARE GREEN CHINESE CYCAD
EXCELLENT COLD HARDINESS

MEDIUM SIZE MATURE
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE AS SHOWN

This is a rare green cycad from China. It is different than the Sago Palm - smaller and, to me, more attractive. Leaf color is green to blue green. It tolerates coastal sun and is cold hardy into the upper teens F. Some feel it's one of the most cold hardy cycads in the world - even better than the Sago Palm. Mature height should be about eight feet. They can sucker, but much less than the Sago. They also take up less garden space than the Sago Palm. Leaflets are narrow without armor except on the tips (pointed).

The 15 gallon near coning size plant shown below in the first citrus pot shown in the first five photos has a caudex of 7 inches. We also have larger and smaller plants for sale. We are putting plants of this size ( 7 inches) on special although we also have citrus pot plants that we’ll sell at a similar discount. These 15g plants can be mail ordered in a very large box. The citrus pot size we have are easy and more affordable to ship. .

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON SIZE WITH 7 INCH CAUDEX $700
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON THIS SIZE $600

MONSTERA DELICIOSA
“SWISS CHEESE PHILODENDRON”

LARGE GREEN LEAVES WITH HOLES IN THE LEAVES
CLIMBING SPECIES
TEN DAY SPECIAL 7 GALLON SIZE

Monstera deliciosa is a climbing tropical plant native to areas from southern Mexico down through Latin America. It climbs up tree trunks and can get up to 100 feet into the canopy. It has green leaves with horizontal splits/openings. A particular form of this plant doesn’t just have splits but rather holes/openings in the leaves. The plants on sale are this latter type. The trunks attached to whatever is near (tree trunks, fences, posts, etc) and are about an inch thick. Trunks put out attaching roots for support. Leaves can be much larger than shown here when mature. They can easily reach two to three feet in width. It is super easy to grow. Just plant it next to almost anything. We’re putting our limited numbers of 15 gallon and 7 gallon on sale. The first six photos shown the 15 gallon size. In terms of plant size, both containers have the same size plants.

REGULAR PRICE 7 GALLON $180
TEN DAY SPECIAL 7 GALLON $140

The photos below are of the split leaf Philodendron, not the "Swiss Cheese" variety.

LEATHER FERN
RUMORHA ADIANTIFORMIS

A PARTICULARLY SHORT FORM OF THIS SPECIES
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE
The leather fern is a durable and easy to grow fern that tolerates full sun along the coast. Most ferns want filtered light. It gets to a height of about two to three feet and is a similar width. The variety on sale today is one that many people seek out. It has a mature height under two feet in the sun. It can be planted as an individual plant or be used as a ground cover or as a short hedge. Cold hardiness is into the 20's F. It wants adequate water but is somewhat drought tolerant. Leaves are branched and green.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $75
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $65

Mail order is possible. The last photo is c/o watersavingplants website but is the more common variety, not this super short form.

MAIDENHAIR FERN
GENUS ADIANTUM

NICE FULL PLANTS
WATER LOVING SHADE FERN
TEN DAY SPECIAL FULL 2G PLANTS

The genus Adiantum or Maiden Hair Fern contains many species and cultivars. If you Google the genus, you'll see all sorts of different looking plants. What I'm showing here is the plant on the West Coast that we consider to be the "classic Maidenhair Fern". They are in 2 gallon pots. They never get over two feet tall, like water and are best grown in filtered light.

REGULAR PRICE TWO GALLON $45
TEN DAY SPECIAL SPECIAL 2 GALLON $35

Remember to mention this Special. Mail order is possible on this size. The last photo shows a close up of a garden plant.

ALOCASIA SERENDIPITY
AFRICAN MASK HYBRID VARIETY WITH GREEN-BLACK, PUCKERED LEAVES

GREAT INTERIOR PLANT OR FOR FROST FREE GARDEN AREAS
FOUR TO SIX FEET TALL MATURE - FILTERED LIGHT OR A BIT OF SUN

TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

Alocasia are a group of tropical pLants that have diamond or heart shaped leaves. Some like sun, others shade. They are similar to Colocasia. There are over 80 types / hybrids of Alocasia. A.serendipity is known for its puckered dark green-black leaves (dorsal side) and prominently purple undersides. This is a hybrid species that is stunningly pretty inside and can be grown outside if you don’t get a freeze. Inside it wants good indirect light and outdoors filtered light with maybe a bit of direct sun. Leaf size mature is 2 to 3 feet. Leaves are also quite shiny. Older leaves tend to be more green. This species wants filtered light or a bit of sun. This size can be mail ordered, weather permitting.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $95
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON $75

TILLANDSIA SPECIES WITH VIOLET BLUE FLOWERS
CLUSTERS IN BLOSSOM IN SPRINGTIME

A TYPE OF AIR PLANT - JUST IN
TEN DAY SPECIAL LARGE CLUSTERS

As I've mentioned before, I'm not a Tillandsia expert. But, I could not pass when a private collector offered me several clumps of a blue-gray Tillandsia in full blossom. The blossoms are a violet-blue (photos make them appear a bit pink - which they are not). I was told by the collector that the blossom every spring to summer with lots of flowers. The clumps are composed of ten to fifteen plants. I did my research and they are similar to Tillandsia recurvata or neglecta - But this is only a guess. They'd like sun or part sun and to be watered at least weekly. They can be mounted to a tree limb, post or a fence. I've never had or seen this variety before. These would be easy to mail order. We have small to medium clusters as well as large clusters on sale. The larger clusters contain 15 to 20 plants.

TEN DAY SPECIAL SMALL-MEDIUM CLUSTERS $65
TEN DAY SPECIAL LARGE CLUSTERS $85

CLIVIA MINIATA
THE SOUGHT AFTER YELLOW FLOWER VARIETY
ONE OR TWO PLANTS AVAILABLE

FILTERED LIGHT PLANT - EASY TO GROW
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON CERAMIC POT PLANT

This is the very unusual type of Clivia in that the blossoms are yellow. Except for the blossom color, they are very similar to the more common orange variety. I’ve discussed the latter previously. This type is a collector's item. They are simple to grow. Care is identical to the orange type. Filtered light, average water, and cold weather above about 20 degrees F. I only have one or two of these in stock. Flowers last for about 3 weeks. The one pictured below is in a designer ceramic pot. It’d be great for a shady position on a patio or deck. I have no garden photos of this yellow variety available.

TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS PLANT $135

WEDNESDAY, 22 MARCH, 2023

A LOOK AT SOME SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GARDENS
BEAUTIFUL GARDENS OF SOME OF OUR CUSTOMERS

ALL GARDENS FROM VARIOUS AREAS OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY

I thought I'd do something different this morning. I am going to show you some pictures from the actual gardens of customers of our nursery. All of these photos were taken in the San Diego County area in the past five to ten years. This will give you an idea of what others have done with our plant material. For privacy reasons, garden locations and ownership are not given. I will show various types of gardens from the "Jungle look" to a more formal garden design. This is just a photographic tour without comments. I will attempt to show close-ups on some plants rather than just all panoramic views. Shown below are some very rare species seldom seen. Also, I'll show some detail pictures and share many different species and types of plants. I am hoping this will demonstrate what can be accomplished with the plants and different effects you can create. I trust that you enjoy this quick garden excursion. Feedback always appreciated.

DIOON SPINULOSUM
A CUSTOMER FAVORITE CYCAD

GREEN LEAVES, ELEGANT
LOTS OF SIZES TO CHOOSE FROM

Although you can't tell from the photos here, this cycad species can get quite tall. I've seen photos from habitat with what appears to be over 20 feet of trunk. Dioon spinulosum is native to tropical areas in Mexico where it grows in limestone forests. Trunks don't get overly thick, typically 12 to 14 inches thick. With age, this can be more. Leaves are green and mildly armed. Leaf length is about six feet. My preference is to grow this species in filtered light. Cold tolerance is into the mid twenties F. Be aware, to get a foot or two of trunk can take a few decades. At the nursery we usually have a good selection of this species from small to large. Photos below shown some nursery plants as well as plants in gardens.

BECCARIOPHOENIX ALFREDII
THE MADAGASCAR PLATEAU COCONUT PALM

MEDIUM SIZED SINGLE TRUNK
HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER - FULL SUN
AMAZING HUGE SPECIMENS IN 36 INCH BOX SIZE

TEN DAY SPECIAL ON HUGE CONTAINERIZED SPECIMENS

This species of exotic palm is from the island of Madagascar. It is the third of three Beccariophoenix species described from this palm-loaded country. It is so sought after because some feel that it's the prettiest species of the three. And, because it may possess the best cold hardiness. I've documented other Beccariophoenix species tolerating temperatures below 25 degrees at our nursery. So, this species may survive in areas like San Francisco, Phoenix and Houston. It grows to a height of about thirty feet and does not have a crown shaft. Leaves are long and minimally curved. The crown of leaves are densely placed - so it offers privacy and screening of neighbors. Growth rate is medium in most areas and along the coast it likes sun. This species is hard to find. We're putting on sale the largest plants we've ever had for sale - in 36 inch boxes or 35 gallon bags. Heights in the containers is about twelve feet. Limited supplies.

REGULAR PRICE THESE LARGE SPECIMENS $800
TEN DAY SPECIAL THESE 36 INCH BOX SIZE $675

You must mention this Internet-only special when purchasing to get this price. Limited supplies available. Two habitat photos by TS at RPS. We only have one or two left.

SYAGRUS PICROPHYLLA HYBRID
SUPER RARE SYAGRUS HYBRID

A SHORTER ALTERNATIVE TO THE QUEEN PALM
TEN DAY SPECIAL 25 GALLON SIZE

I have only two of these extremely rare hybrids of Syagrus picrophylla. The seeds were produced by the same hybridizer that created the Coconut Queen Palm. I do not know what they are hybridized with and probably can't find out. The hybridizer is in his mid eighties and a bit forgetful. Plants are in 25 gallon containers, have been outdoor grown in sun. They should prove to be a very interesting hybrid palm. They are twelve feet tall and too tall for typical shipping or mail order. The last photo is of the pure Syagrus picrophylla by G.M from PACSOA.

TEN DAY SPECIAL 25 GALLON SIZE $645

TALL INTERIOR QUALITY KENTIA PALMS
HOWEA FORSTERIANA

ELEGANT, GREEN LEAVES, THINNER TRUNKS
TEN DAY SPECIAL TALL SQUAT 15G SIZE

Our major focus with the Howea forsteriana has been historically dealing with their usage in landscape. But, this species - The Kentia Palm - is also an excellent house plant. We get calls about obtaining them for hotel lobbies, restaurants, and upscale business offices. Inside the home or facility they tolerate adequate light but don't demand being in front of a window. Leaves are elegant, dark green and have a gentle arch. Trunks are thin. The squat 15g are interior quality with stretched upward leaves. This is what interior designers seek. These are too tall for mail order. They are in squat 15g pots and 8 to 10 feet tall in their pots. Almost all are multiples with two to three plants per pot. Sorry, but I don't have any good photos of this palm in an interior application.

TEN DAY SPECIAL INTERIOR QUALITY SQUAT 15G $375

BISMARCKIA SPECIES MAYOTTE ISLAND
THE RARE GREEN BISMARCKIA
YOU NEVER SEE THEM AVAILABLE

A BISMARCKIA BUT WITHOUT THE BLUE COLOR
VERY ATTRACTIVE, LARGER FLAT GREEN FAN PALM
SPECIAL OLD AND LARGE 15G SIZED PLANTS

One of the favorite characteristics of Bismarckia is the blue color to the leaves. But, there is a green variety on the island of Madagascar. At another location, there is an endemic green Bismarckia known as the "Mayotte Island" form. There is very little published about these green forms of the Bismarck Palm. It likes sun and is probably cold hardy into the low 20's F. Most feel it's not quite as cold hardy as the blue form. On these green Bismarckias, often you'll see red in the leaf stem or a hint of it on the leaves. Of course, this is a full sun palm. This is a very rare palm to find as everyone seeks out the blue type. But, we have this more rare green form and have found they are showing nice cold hardiness to the low 20's F. The plant shown below is about twelve years old. We have a handful of them. The 11th photo below is by TS at RPS.

REGULAR PRICE 15G $275
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15G $235

RHOPALOSTYLIS HYBRID
SAPIDA X BAUERI

SHOWING HYBRID VIGOR - SHOULD BE A WINNER!
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE

For those of you with growing experience, you understand that palms, even monoecious palms, can hybridize. We got in some plants and were told that they were "sapida". But, looking at them you'll know they are not pure sapida. Seeds came off a Rhopalostylis sapida seed bearing tree. The dark petioles (brown) and downward flexing leaves show that they are a hybrid - baueri blood. Sorry, but I have no photos of a mature garden tree of this hybrid. They can take part day sun or filtered light in most areas. Cold hardiness will be about 20 degrees F. I have no mature hybrid garden plants to show at this time.

REGULAR PRICE 15G THIS HYBRID $235
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $210

Mention this Blog Special to get this price.

CHAMAEDOREA CATARACTARUM
THE CAT PALM

A SEMI-DWARF CLUSTERING PALM
HEIGHT TO ABOUT TO SIX FEET
TEN DAY SPECIAL HUGE 15G POT SIZE

This species of palm has been sold under the name "Cat Palm", which is an abbreviation for "cataractarum". For Chamaedoreas and in the past, it was fairly easy to find. Nowadays it's very difficult to find, especially with mature size as shown here. It is a clustering palm that gets six feet tall. It really doesn't form any trunk. It likes water as it has a native habitat near river beds. It is cold hardy into the mid 20's F. And I'd recommend, at most, a few hours of sun or filtered light. It is native to the southern areas of Mexico and possibly into areas of Central America. With less than adequate water it tends to look scrappy. At the nursery, we offer have a handful of large plants in 15 gallon size. They typically are suckering with a near mature height. They are about 15 to 20 years old and very full as shown here and have been at our nursery all this time.

REGULAR PRICE THIS SIZED SUPER LARGE 15 GALLON $275
TEN DAY SPECIAL THESE LARGE 15 GALLON $235

Remember to mention this Blog Special for your discount.

BRAHEA NITIDA
FLAT GREEN LEAF - NATIVE TO MEXICO

CAN TOLERATE LESS THAN FULL SUN
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5G PLANTS

This interesting fan palm is native to Mexico, where it lives in the western portion of the country in mountainous areas. Its distribution extends down into Guatemala. It attains a height of thirty feet with a stout trunk of one foot diameter. The most attractive thing about this palm are its circular leaves, with only partial division of the segments. This is particularly apparent when it is grown in filtered light. In sun, the leaves are less flat and more divided. When grown in shade, sometimes this species reminds me of a "Licuala-looking" palm in its leaf appearance.

Cold hardiness is at least into the mid-twenties F. It may in fact be more cold hardy. The leaves are a shiny green with a white discoloration on the underside of the leaves. The petioles are essentially un-armed. From time to time we have this species available. Shown here are nice 5g which I'm putting on sale. The close up of the petioles shows the lack of armor. Note the minimal division of the leaflets. The plant in the garden below shows more circular, flat near entire leaves. Compare this to the habitat photo, which was taken by a friend of mine, Justen Dobbs, in habitat and in full sun. The leaves in full sun are more divided and not as tropical appearing.

REGULAR PRICE 5G $125
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5G $100

Remember, mention this Blog Only Special for price at the time of purchase. Limited numbers available. The photo from habitat is by Justen Dobbs

RHOPALOSTYLIS SAPIDA
THE SHAVING BRUSH OR FEATHER DUSTER PALM

ROBUST GROWER - SWOLLEN CROWN SHAFT
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5G SIZE

The Shaving Brush Palm is super popular here in Southern California and is native to New Zealand. It is fairly rare and sometimes difficult to find. This is suprising as it's so beautiful and can be grown by many. It is cold hardy down to the low 20's F. and perhaps even into the upper teens F. Along the coast it can tolerate full sun or part sun. Inland areas should give it a few hours of sun - best is morning sun. The trunk is medium sized and mature height is about 25 feet. Leaves are green and upright. The crown shaft is green or lime green and swollen. Shown below in he first five photos are our 5 gallon size followed by a 15 gallon. We have an assortment of sizes available.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $135
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON $115

Remember: Mention this Special when purchasing.

ARCHONTOPHOENIX "TERACARPA"
THE BEST KING PALM EVER!

SO, WHAT IS IT?
ARE THEY EVER ON SALE?
YES, 10 DAY SPECIAL 5G SIZE

Archontophoenix teracarpa is a fictitious name given to an unknown species/type of King Palm that I have in my garden and no one can identify. I've been collecting seeds from it for quite a few years and offering it for sale. Everyone who gets one agrees - "It's the best King Palm ever!" It got the name from the Latin "Large body", which it has. After trying to identify the species over many years and with no success, we coined the name "Archontophoenix teracarpa". The closest species to it would be A. maxima but it's not the same. So, what are the differences that makes teracarpa more ideal?

It is faster growing
It gets taller than the regular King Palm
It tolerates full sun better
It doesn't brown tip in full sun
It has a blue crown shaft
It has a super thick trunk

REGULAR PRICE 5G $125
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5G $100

Remember: mention this Special to get your discount when you purchase!

TRACHYCARPUS FORTUNEI
THE WINDMILL PALM
ONE OF THE MOST COLD HARDY PALMS

5 GALLON ON TEN DAY SPECIAL

Trachyarpus fortunei is the most commonly available and commonly grown of the Windmill Palms. It is of Chinese origin . It is referred to as the Chinese Windmill Palm, the Windmill Palm, or the Chusan Palm. Note how the term "Windmill Palm" can refer to this particular species or to the genus as a whole. It is not uncommon to see it growing in colder areas of the United States, southern Europe, the Mediterranean and southern portions of Australia and Africa. Cold tolerance is between five and ten degrees F.

Most specimens in many decades get to a height of 25 to 35 feet. The actual trunk diameter is typically six to ten inches. The leaves are typically about three feet in diameter and have variable division of the segments. Leaves are green on the upper side and below, but it is not uncommon for one can see a bit of blue discoloration to the underside of the leaf. Distal leaf segments can flex downward toward the ground. Shown here is our 5 gallon size on Special (first five photos). They aren’t super big so we’re selling them at a great price.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $95
TEN DAY SPECIAL THESE 5 GALLON $70

Remember to mention this Special when you purchase. Note – Easy to mail order.

ARCHONTOPHOENIX PURPUREA

THE PURPLE CROWN SHAFT KING PALM

REGULAR PRICE 1 GALLON $65
TEN DAY SPECIAL 1 GALLON $55

Remember to mention this Blog Only Special when you purchase to get this discount.

VEITCHIA WININ
NATIVE ONLY TO VANUATU

SINGLE TRUNK, CROWN SHAFTED
TALL PALM WHEN MATURE
SUPER RARE, HARD TO FIND
TEN DAY SPECIAL 1 GALLON SIZE

This single trunk pinnate palm is native to the Vanuatu Islands. It can attain a mature height of over fifty feet. Leaves are green, about eight feet long with somewhat drooping leaflets. The trunk is gray in color and medium thickness. This species makes bright red seeds. It can tolerate full coastal sun and has been grown well by some in Southern California. But, because of it's tropical nature, should only be tried by those in good climates. We're offering nice 1 gallons on sale. They've done well with our temperatures down to about 32 degrees F.

REGULAR PRICE 1G $70
TEN DAY SPECIAL 1G $60

Remember to mention this Special when purchasing so you get this discounted price. Mail order this size quite easy.

RHAPIS EXCELSA
THE LADY PALM

ONE OF THE BEST INTERIOR OR EXTERIOR PALMS
SIZE ON SALE EASY TO SHIP
TEN DAY SPECIAL NICE ONE GALLON PLANTS

Rhapis excelsa is native to Asia and typically doesn't get much over 6 to 8 feet tall in a pot. They do great in shady locations of the garden or inside the home. They are a very nice patio plant. Cold hardiness is about 20 degrees F. They want low dose fertilizer. Too much fertilizer will burn them. The plants on special here are 3 to 4 year old one gallon plants. This is a very easy size to ship. Of course, we have many other larger sizes available and variegated forms as well.

REGULAR PRICE THESE 1G $70
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $60

Important: Mention this Blog Only Offering for this price when you purchase. One gallon shown in first 4 photos.

RHOPALOSTYLIS CHEESEMANII
MORE RARE SPECIES OF THIS GENUS

GORGEOUS CROWN SHAFT
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE

Of the Shaving Brush Palm family, this is the hardest one to find. And, many think it's the prettiest and most desirable species. Some consider it to be a variety of R. baueri. We like to consider it a species. Native to Raoul Island, an island well off the eastern side of New Zealand, this species has a medium sized trunk and reaches a height of twenty five feet. The crown shaft is gorgeous but not as swollen as R. sapida. I have some customers who report the crown shaft being a purple color. On younger plants, the leaf stems are red colored as shown here. Cold tolerance is the low 20's F. It will take coastal sun or consider morning sun or strong filtered light inland.

REGULAR PRICE BAND SIZE $60
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE $50D

Just mention this Blog special for this discount. In the second row below I've shown a 5g nursery plant. We also have 15g size. The band size is shown in the first three photos below and are currently larger than shown here..

BUTIA PARAGUAYENSIS
BLUE-GREEN BUTIA FROM SOUTH AMERICA

ARCHING LEAVES
TEN DAY SPECIAL HUGE SEEDLING SIZE

This species is interesting because, in the wild, it is known as a dwarf species that forms minimal trunk. But, when it is grown domestically, it forms a trunk about the size of Butia capitata. It, as you'd guess, comes from Paraguay, with habitat extending into Brazil and northern Argentina. The color is a blue-green, not as silver as Butia capitata. The leaves are strongly arched as shown. It is a full sun plant with cold hardiness into the teens F. We haven’t had them available for a few years. We are now offering band size seedlings. Culture includes full sun and good draining soil. Cold hardiness is into the teens F. The bands on sale are way oversized and ready for a 5 gallon pot. They are 4 to 5 year old. I am also showing a photo of a 15g plant from the nursery that is no longer available. The habitat photo is by TS at RPS

REGULAR PRICE BAND SIZE $60
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE SEEDLINGS $50

CHAMAEDOREA KLOTZSCHIANA
RARE UNDERSTORY PALM - GROUPED LEAFLETS

SINGLE TRUNK - MEDIUM SIZED
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE

This is a single trunk species from Mexico that is most known for having grouped leaflets along the rachis. It has a thin trunk about an inch in diameter and a somewhat open crown. The leaflets are attached to the rachis at irregular angles so that the leaflets look as if they were a group of bow ties attached to the leaf stem. Cold hardiness is into the mid-twenties F. It likes filtered light or perhaps a little bit of sun. I think this is a species that would look better planted as a small colony with multiple plants. Mature height is from ten to fifteen feet. I've shown two close-ups of the leaflets as this is the most charming characteristic of this species. This size is easy to mail order and may be of interest to folks in cooler but not super cold areas.

REGULAR PRICE BAND SIZE $60
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $52.50

DYPSIS PEMBANA
SINGLE TRUNK OR SUCKERING
NATIVE TO PEMBA ISLAND

TAKES FULL COASTAL SUN
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZED SEEDLINGS

There are both single trunk and suckering forms of this species. Nowadays, most of the plants available of this species are the suckering form. Both get to a height of 25 feet, have an attractive green trunk and a light colored crown shaft. Leaves have a graceful arch and the leaflet color is green. It's a great alternative for the garden. Note how the trunks are beefy but not overly large. Along our coast it will take part day sun but I'd recommend filtered or morning sun inland. The plants on special have three to four leaves and are 3 year old seedlings in band containers. We do larger sizes available. I cannot tell you whether the plants we have (from seed) are the single or suckering type.

REGULAR PRICE BAND SIZE $60
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE $52.50

Remember to mention this Blog Special at the time of purchase. The 8th & 9th photos of a garden plant is c/o late friend Al Bredeson.

ENCEPHALARTOS MUNCHII
A RARE CENTRAL AFRICAN CYCAD

BLUE – GREEN SPINY LEAFLETS
SUPER DIFFICULT TO FIND
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS ACTUAL 15 GALLON PLANT

Native to Mozambique, this small to medium sized cycad grows in scrub forest among rocks and boulders. It is distinguished by its blue to blue-green color and by having leaflets that are prominently spiny. In my experience, leaf color is sometimes very blue, other times blue-green. You'll sometimes hear the description as "soapy green" to describe the leaves. Overall, the leaf color is variable. Trunk size is usually under three feet. Upright leaves are about four feet long or less. Leaves are keeled and leaflets are lanceolate and spiny. This species likes full sun and is cold tolerant into the low 20's F. The first six pictures show a 15 gallon plant with a three inch caudex. We're putting this actual plant on sale. I suspect outdoors in sun (greenhouse grown so far) it'll show more of the blue color as the parents were blue. If this plant sells, we may have others of similar size with an excellent discount.

REGULAR PRICE THIS ACTUAL 15 GALLON CYCAD $555
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS ACTUAL CYCAD $475

DIOON EDULE
SMALL TO MEDIUM SIZED MEXICAN CYCAD

FOR A CYCAD, VERY COLD HARDY
TOLERATES DESERT SUN - ONE OF BEST FOR THIS
TEN DAY SPECIAL BIG 15 GALLON PLANTS

Dioon edule is a typically small to medium sized sun-loving cycad from Mexico. There are known to be about six different varieties of this species - all from different localities. Leaves are typically green to blue-green. Leaflets at pointed at the end and otherwise un-armed. Dioon edule is one of the few cycads that tolerates hot direct desert sun. The Sago Palm can't claim this ability. Cold tolerance is excellent, being able to take cold weather into the teens F. We recently got in a handful of great 15 gallon plants with caudexes of about 6 inches. They are gorgeous.

REGULAR PRICE THESE 15 GALLON PLANTS $600
TEN DAY SPECIAL THESE 15 GALLON $475

This is a great buy. But, remember to mention this Special for your discount when you purchase. Mail order possible.

CYCAS THOUARSII
EASY TO GROW GREEN CYCAD WITH LUSH APPEARANCE

“MEDIUM SIZED” IN MOST GARDENS
FROM EASTERN AFRICA AND ADJACENT ISLANDS
TWO LARGE SPECIMEN CYCADS ON TEN DAY SPECIAL

Cycas thouarsii is often mentioned as "coming from Madagascar", and that it does. But, there are also native populations in multiple eastern African countries and in the Comoros Islands. It is a medium to large sized cycad that can get trunks over thirty feet tall and twelve to eighteen inches thick in a hundred years. But, in the short term of 20 years, anticipate a trunk height of six or eight feet in the ground. Leaves are green, tend to be upright and have a length of six to nine feet. A healthy plant can throw forty new leaves all at once. Leaflets are paired and bright green. Leaf stems are armed with small hooks. Leaflets are leathery and reduced in size toward the base of the leaf. Similar in appearance to Cycas circinalis, this species thrives in Southern California and tolerates full coastal sun. In far inland areas, part day sun is preferred. Cold tolerance is down to the low 20’s F.

I’m showing two garden ready specimens of this species below. Both are sun grown.

1. 15 gallon with caudex 5 x 19 inches – shown in the first five photos.

REGULAR PRICE THIS ACTUAL CYCAD $1350
TEN DAY SALES PRICE THIS ACTUAL 15 GALLON CYCAD $1150

2. 25 gallon plant with caudex (stem) 7 x 30 inches – shown in second batch 5 photos

REGULAR PRICE THIS ACTUAL 25 GALLON SPECIMEN $2400
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS ACTUAL SPECIMEN 25 GALLON $2125

VARIEGATED SHELL GINGER
NICE 5G SIZE READY FOR THE GARDEN

HANGING WHITE FLOWERS
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

This is a super popular variety of ginger that blossoms in the summer. Blossoms are white with yellow and red throats. Mature height of these plants is six to seven feet. The leaves are prominently variegated with lighter green and yellow. Blossoms are long lived but not fragrant. Blossoms occur during the summer. I think they do best in part day sun although right on the coast folks grow them in full sun. Cold tolerance is one of the better for ginger, probably the mid-twenties F. The last photo shows our 15g size of the green form of this species which is not on sale right now.

REGULAR PRICE 5G SIZE $95
TEN DAY SPECIAL $75

Just mention this Blog Special to get your discount.

BIRDSNEST FERN - ASPLENIUM NIDUS
EXOTIC UNDERSTORY FERN

LONG SHINY GREEN LEAVES
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

It's been a while since I've presented this customer favorite - the Birdsnest Fern, Asplenium nidus. They are an ideal understory plant for the garden floor but can also be grown inside the home or in a patio area. Leaves are green and shiny. They want filtered light and ample water. Like most ferns, you don't want them to go dry. A large specimen plant could have a crown spread of six or seven feet. You have to keep snails away from them. The plants on special are nice 5 gallon plants. These can be mail ordered.

REGULAR PRICE THESE 5 GALLON PLANTS $85
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $65

Remember to mention this Blog Special for this discount when you purchase. The very nice photos below are by mysarawak Travelogue and HawaiianForest.com

PHLEBODIUM AUREUM
THE BLUE STAR FERN

SHORT HEIGHT – BLUE TO BLUE-GREEN LEAVES
CAN BE USED AS GROUND COVER
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON POTS

This species of blue, crawling fern is native to regions of the southeastern U.S., down through Mexico and Central American and into the Caribbean and South America. It gets to heights of about two to three feet and is rhizomatous in nature. It can slowly spread along the ground but is easy to control. Leaf color is definitely a blue or blue-green color. It can be used as a ground cover as shown below. It likes filtered light and is cold hardy into the twenties F.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $85
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $65

The first six photos show our 5 gallon size on special. We also have 1 gallon plants shown in the 8th photo below.

AUSTRALIAN TREE FERN
CYATHEA COOPERI

FAST GROWING, CAN GET TALLER
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

The Australian Tree Fern in native to several areas on the eastern side of Australia. It is a faster growing tree fern that can get to a height of over forty feet. The two photos from my garden in San Diego show potential height. I have several with twenty-five feet of trunk. I'm about 8 miles from the ocean and they take my sun fairly well. Trunks can get up to twelve inches thick although most are more thin. This species is a bigger alternative to the Tasmanian Tree Fern and has a thicker trunk and longer leaves. This species tolerates coastal sun or part day sun. It is cold hardy into the upper twenties or lower.

REGULAR PRICE 5G $95
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5G $75

Mention this special when you purchase. Mail order possible on this size.

TRICOLOR NEOROGELIA BROMELIAD
GREEN, WHITE AND PINK

EASY COLOR FOR THE GARDEN
OR NICE INTERIOR PLANT
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS VARIETY

Neorogelia are one of our favorite types of Bromeliads. This is because you get color without the need for waiting to see a blossom. Typically, the mother plant lasts for about a year and then dies off. But, you then get several small pups forming from the base of the plant and the cycle repeats itself. So, over time, you'll have a large cluster of many plants. Most Neorogelia like shade although some will take some sun. This species has a pink flush on top of variegated white leaves. We have many attractive Neorogelia for sale. In the last row of photos below I'll show a few other types and also some garden pictures of bromeliads in the 3rd & 4th photos..

TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS PLANT SIZE $45 - AS SHOWN BELOW -
LARGER CLUSTERS $75 NOT SHOWN HERE

HIBISCUS MIDNIGHT
RED BLOSSOM

RARE VARIETY
TEN DAY SPECIAL FLOWERING SIZE ONE GALLON

As a nursery, we're not a specialty Hibiscus grower. But, I've always loved these plants. Even older species, around for quite a while, add color and charm to the garden. And, newer varieties are amazing. The reason we backed off from Hibiscus is that they attract white fly problems. This was especially present a decade ago but has become less of a problem nowadays. So, we are growing some cool varieties presently. Most are from cuttings from collections of desirable plants. The one on sale here has large red (touch of pink) blossoms. They are fully rooted.

TEN DAY SPECIAL ONE GALLON $35

MONDAY, 20 MARCH, 2023

Spring is here photo

SPRING IS HERE!

BURRETIOKENTIA KOGHIENSIS
RARE SINGLE TRUNK PALM FROM NEW CALEDONIA

WHITE TO BROWN-GREEN CROWN SHAFT
MEDIUM TO TALL HEIGHT MATURE

This is good sized, crown shafted pinnate palm from New Caledonia. It comes from Mt.
Koghi in the central area of the island. Mature trees obtain a height eventually of 40 feet or more. The leaves tend to be upright in the crown and the crown shaft has a white color. It is more difficult to find than other species of Burretiokentia. An interesting thing about this species is that younger plants have a triangular shape in the crown shaft area below the leaves. The blossoms are also quite furry and unusual appearing as shown below. It appears to be cold tolerant into the mid to upper twenties F. and tolerates full or part coastal sun. Shown here is a 15g plant as well as mature specimens from the wild. One photo shows a blossom on a fruiting tree. In the third row of photos I show, in order, our 25g, 15g and 5g sizes.

FICUS DAMMAROPSIS
MEDIUM SIZED TROPICAL TREE - HUGE AND INTERESTING PLEATED LEAVES
PECULIAR FRUITS AND REDDISH NEW LEAVES
FIRST TIME AVAAILABLE FOR FOUR YEARS!

JUST AVAILABLE – NICE 3 GALLON TREES
TEN DAY SPECIAL – WILL SELL OUT VERY QUICKLY

This unique species of tropical tree is known for its huge leaves that are pleated, reach up to three feet long and have red veins. It is native to New Guinea. It is one of the most collectible trees in the world. It is very difficult to propagate and rarely seen for sale. I've got one 15 feet tall in my garden. It's survived San Diego weather for three decades. Others in Southern California are growing this species with great success. I suspect the cold tolerance is into the upper twenties F. It prefers some sun. In inland areas I’d recommend part day sun or strong filtered light with some direct sun.

The fruits of this species are approximately three inches in height with a central cavity. There are male flowers in the bottom of the fruit and female flowers at the top. Pollination requires a particular wasp with a long proboscis. We do not have this wasp in the U.S., so fruits are never pollinated. There is one photo below of the fruits. They are peculiar and strange - remember, this is a type of "Fig Tree".

This past Friday we just got in eight three gallon plants. These will sell very quickly. It took us four years to locate any plants available from propagators. Be aware that obtaining one of these plants is always very difficult and they are always expensive. This is because propagation is a long and involved process with lots of losses. We can possibly ship these plants but the roots are fragile and doing so would be at the buyer’s risk. Our preference is to sell them locally. Several garden photos below c/o Wikipedia commons and M.B. Photos of some of these plants for sale are shown in the first 8 photos. I'm purposely showing an abundance of photos as you rarely have the opportunity to view this species.

TEN DAY SPECIAL THESE 3 GALLON $275

Update, Tuesday, 21 March, this batch has sold out. We hope to have several more shortly.

CHAMAEDOREA SEIFRIZII
THE CLASSIC BAMBOO PALM

THIN TRUNKS – MEDIUM HEIGHT
WILL TAKE A BIT OF COASTAL SUN
TEN DAY SPECIAL HUGE & OLD 25 GALLON SIZE

This New World suckering shade palm has pinnate leaves and never gets much above ten to twelve feet tall. This is the reason it's so popular. It's not my favorite suckering Chamaedorea, but it has always been one of the most popular species of Bamboo Palms by growers and designers. It can fit inside the home if you have high ceilings. Outdoors, it wants filtered light and is cold hard into the mid, perhaps lower 20's F. The 25 gallon shown here is about 12 to 15 year old and twelve feet tall – mature maximal height. It seems like we’ve been growing it forever. I know of no other nursery offering plants of this size.

REGULAR PRICE THESE 25G $850
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS HUGE 25 GALLON $750

Just mention this Special at the time of purchase for your discount. I only have a couple this size. My thanks to RPS for 8^th photo. The last photo is of one of our 15 gallon plants.

CHAMAEDOREA COSTARICANA
ONE OF THE BEST OF ALL THE BAMBOO PALMS

EASY TO GROW - A GREAT INTERIOR PALM
TEN DAY SPECIAL ANOTHER OLDER & HUGE 25 GALLON SIZE

In my post from a few days ago I showed a plant of this species in a 25g pot. I'm showing an even bigger one today. This suckering palm species is native to Mexico and Central America. It is one of about four types of "Bamboo Palms" and is probably either the best or in a stiff competition with Chamaedorea hooperiana. This species gets to a mature height of twelve to sixteen feet, has strong 1 inch to 1.5 inch trunks which are green in color with prominent rings, and about three to four foot long leaves. It is an upright grower and does clump. It doesn't run. It takes filtered light or morning sun along the coast. I've even heard of some growing it in full sun although I'd not recommend it. It is a good growing species. Cold hardiness is into the mid to lower 20's F.

Below I'm showing in the first six photos the 25g size followed by two garden photos of mature trees. This 25g plant is 12 to 14 feet tall in the pot. If you are interested in mail order, select a 5 gallon plant (not shown) which is easier to ship. BTW, this species is fairly difficult to find. We are very limited on our 25 gallon size - shown in photos below one through six. This species is an easy to grow and great palm.

REGULAR PRICE HUGE 25 GALLON $725
TEN DAY SPECIAL SALE PRICE 25 GALLON $645

CEROXYLON QUINDIUENSE
THE TALLEST PALM IN THE WORLD
SOUTH AMERICAN PALM - COLUMBIA AND PERU

FAIRLY COLD HARDY - HARD TO FIND SPECIES
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE

This tall, fairly cold hardy palm is native to mountainous regions in Columbia and Peru. It has been grown by many in colder areas including parts of the coastal San Francisco Bay Area. It has a gray to white columnar trunk with upright green leaves that have a silver color to the underside. Trunks show prominent rings and are covered with a waxy material that is used in foods in native localities. Mature specimens in the wild have been reported to be almost 200 feet tall. It likes humidity and moisture and can tolerate temperatures into the upper teens F. It prefers to start growing into filtered light and to work its way into full sun. We have a couple of 15 gallon which we’re putting on special.

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON $275
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON $245

The hillside panoramic photo below is c/o Corcora at Wikipedia

CRYOSOPHILA STAURACANTHA
SMALL TO MEDIUM SIZED TROPICAL FAN PALM

SILVER UNDERSIDE TO THE LEAVES
MODIFIED SPINES ON TRUNK
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE

This single trunk fan palm is native to Southern Mexico and parts of Central America. It can get up to a height of 25 feet but most garden specimens are under 15 feet. Two things are quite noteworthy: First, the undersides of the leaves are a silver-white. A picture below of a nursery plant shows this. Secondly, the trunk is narrow and covered with "modified" spines. They are not real sharp and are not true spines. The dorsal side of the leaves is green. This palm likes strong filtered light and right on the coast may take part day sun. Cold tolerance is estimated to be in the high 20's F. Growth rate is medium. The garden photo by Tobias Spanner shows a near mature tree. You must have an overhead crown of leaves to really see the silver color. We're putting our 15 gallon on sale as shown below.

REGULAR 15 GALLON $245
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE $225

Remember to mention this Special for your discount when you purchase.

DYPSIS BARONII
RARE MADAGASCAR PALM

SUCKERING PALM WITH THIN TRUNKS
MEDIUM MATURE HEIGHT
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE

Dypsis baronii is a super attractive, suckering palm from Madagascar. It gets to a height of about 15 feet. It prefers filtered light or a bit of sun - but not full sun. Colder tolerance is into the mid-twenties F. Trunk diameters are about two to three inches. This species, especial when young, is known for having red-toned colors on the leaf stems and trunk. The plants on special are in 15 gallon pots and looking nice. We also have smaller plants for sale.

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON $245
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON $225

DYPSIS LEPTOCHEILOS
THE TEDDY BEAR PALM

EVERYONE LOVES THIS PALM
ONE OF THE BEST MADAGASCAR PALMS
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15G SIZE

The Teddy Bear Palm has become super popular because it grows well in Southern California, has a rusty colored, fuzzy crown shaft, has a silver, ringed trunk and doesn't get too tall. For most enthusiasts, it's among the "top ten" Madagascar palms. Mature height is about 25 feet. Right on the coast it does well with full sun. Cold hardiness is about 25 degrees F. Growth rate is medium. One can grow it in part day sun as well. The average enthusiast, once he sees a mature plant, just "has to have one". Expect a mature height in California of about 25 feet or a bit more. Trunk diameter is usually about eight inches. The crown shaft is the most prominent trait - fuzzy, rusty red and quite touchable. The latter trait is why it's called the "Teddy Bear Palm". We’re putting fifteen gallon size on Sale.

REGULAR PRICE 15G SIZE $245
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $225

Mention this Special for your discount.

SYAGRUS SCHIZOPHYLLA
MEDIUM HEIGHT GREEN SINGLE TRUNK PINNATE PALM

A SEED PRODUCING PARENT OF THE BEAUTIFUL COCONUT QUEEN!
SPECIAL 15 GALLON PLANTS

This single trunk species is from Brazil and never gets very tall. Usually they are never over twenty feet in height. A most prominent feature of this species are the retained leaf bases as shown below. It is super slow growing and, when mature, makes sherbet orange fruits of good size. It is unusual for a Syagrus because it has modified small spines (more like saw edge prominences) of the leaf stem. If you cross this plant with pollen from a Queen Palm you’ll get one of the best looking palms ever - The Coconut Queen Palm. This latter hybrid never gets very tall and really resembles a Coconut Palm. We’re putting 15 gallon size of S. schizophylla on sale. We only have a few. Want to be the next palm hybridizer? You better get one of these.

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON $265
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON $235

CHAMAEDOREA MICROSPADIX
SEMI-DWARF SUCKERING BAMBOO PALM

COLD HARDY - NEVER OVER EIGHT FEET TALL
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE

This suckering Chamaedorea has very thin canes, somewhat wide leaflets, green leaves and an overall small to medium size. Mature plants are rarely over 8 feet tall. Often leaves can have an iridescent sheen and sometimes are glaucous on the back side. This species wants filtered light and is cold hardy into the upper teens F. The 15 gallon on sale are nicely sized and suckering. They are ready for the garden. This size is shown in the first five photos below.

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON SIZE $245
SALE PRICE THIS 15 GALLON $225

Remember to mention this Blog Only Special at the time of purchase.

CHAMAEDOREA SCHIPPII
AN ALMOST UNKNOWN AND NEVER AVAILABLE SPECIES

UNDERSTORY PINNATE SUCKERING PALM
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

Taxonomically, this species of Chamaedorea is an accepted species. When I got started in palms about 44 years ago, you could occasionally find one available but you really had to seek it out. Then they disappeared from the market. I have a friend with a mature matched and sexed pair of them who set seeds last year. I haven't this species for sale for at least 20 years. No one has them. We're offering them in a small size and have very few available.

This is a suckering green leaf understory species of Chamaedorea. They get a mature height of twelve to fourteen feet and have an appearance similar to C. costaricana. But, the leaves are longer and the trunks are thicker. Trunks remain vertical and don't usually lean. This species has historically been used to make some of the more interesting Chamaedorea hybrids including the famous "Irving Cantor" cross. They were chosen for hybridization because of their strong vertical trunks. Cold tolerance is into the twenties F. We’re putting our 5 gallon size on sale. Note on the closeup photo of the base of trunk how thick it is. This is much thicker than costaricana.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $150
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS RARE PALM IN 5 GALLON SIZE $125

Remember: Limited numbers and mention this Blog Only Special to get this price. The 9th photo is c/o Wikipedia Commons

PRESTOEA MONTANA
AKA PRESTOEA ACUMINATA VAR. MONTANA

RARE PINNATE PALM FROM PUERTO RICO
TEN DAY SPECIAL GOOD SIZE 5 GALLON

Prestoea is a genus that is very closely related to another palm genus, Euterpe. It is found in the Caribbean, Central and South America. Essentially all Euterpe are crown shafted palms. Many of the Prestoea are not. There are also distinctions between the flowers of these two genera. Also, many of the Prestoea are suckering. But, there is one that is single trunk. This is Prestoea montana, native to mountainous areas of Puerto Rico. I've always known of this species as not having a crown shaft. But, I've seen photos (including ones from native habitats) where a crown shaft is seen.

The hallmarks of this species are its wide and very shiny green leaves, its somewhat slender trunk and its overall beautiful appearance. Plant heights can reach forty feet or more. This species should be grown in part day sun or filtered light. It likes rich soil and ample moisture. I'd estimate its cold tolerance is down to about a freeze or a bit less. It is not a species for a beginner to try. We're putting the 5g plants on special. Note that this species has historically been known as "Prestoea montana" but in more recent years has been considered a variety of P. acuminata. We have limited numbers available.

REGULAR PRICE 5G $145
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE $125

Remember: Mention this Special for this price! Mail order possible.

LYTOCARYUM HOENII
NEAR EXTINCT SEMI-DWARF PALM FROM BRAZIL

DWARF PALM – SOFT GREEN LEAVES
NEAR IMPOSSIBLE TO FIND
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON

This semi-dwarf pinnate palm gets to a height of ten to twelve feet domestically and is single trunk and has no crown shaft. It is native to montane forests in Brazil and is near extinct in the wild. It is rarely seen offered for sale. The more frequently seen species of this genus is Lytocaryum weddellianum, also from Brazil rainforests. The latter is a much smaller plant than L. hoenii and rarely gets to ten feet. Hoenii has a more robust appearance, a bit thicker trunk and wider leaflets. Here I'm showing 5g plants of Lytocaryum hoenii that we’re putting on special. We rarely, if ever, can offer this species. Lytocaryum is a filtered light genus with a cold tolerance in the mid-twenties F. I've found from experience that Lytocaryum seem to thrive on neglect. Too much water, fertilizer or attention seems to not be right for them. Just plant one, don't pay attention to it other than average watering, and they seem to do fine.

TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE $125

The 7^th photo - garden photo is c/o Palmpedia

CHAMAEDOREA TEPEJILOTE
SINGLE TRUNK, TALL
SHADE-LOVING PINNATE PALM

DARK GREEN RINGED TRUNK
OFTEN GROWN AS A "MULTIPLE"
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5G SIZE

This single trunk pinnate palm is native to areas extending from southern Mexico down to Columbia. They are often grown for food as the male blossoms are cooked and eaten as a delicacy. This species doesn't take sun here - it'll burn. But, in shade it thrives in temperatures down to the mid-twenties F. It is quick growing and has a rather thick, prominently ringed dark green trunk. Flowers are quite prominent and, if you have several plants closely situated, the chances are you'll obtain fruit without even trying. The last photo shows a flower with green fruit. This species can also be grown inside the home as long as the air is not too hot and dry. I personally like the looks of a collection of several plants grown together. Over time, as they age and get overhead, there will be some "stair-stepping" of the crowns and this is quite attractive. Cold tolerance is into the mid-twenties F. It needs filtered light, even when tall. We have singles and some multiples of our 5g that are on sale.

REGULAR PRICE 5G $145
TEN DAY SPECIAL $125

Just mention this Special for your discount. The last photo below is c/o TS at RPS.

RAVENEA RIVULARIS
THE MAJESTY PALM

LARGE PALM WITH A THICK CLEAN TRUNK
FAST GROWING - LIKES WATER AND FERTILIZER
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

Well grown, the Majesty Palm is a very attractive and fast growing palm from Madagascar. It got a bad rap initially because people didn't water them enough and rarely fed them. This resulted in bleached out leaf color and anemic appearing palms. But, given adequate water and a balanced fertilizer with mircroelements, they are easy to grow. Mature height is over 40 feet. The trunk is clean and tapers as you look up the trunk. Leaf color is green and leaves are un-armed. Cold tolerance is into the twenties F. Full sun along the coast is preferred. They can be used as an interior palm. I have one in my garden with about 30 feet of trun.

We're putting our 5 gallons on sale. These were grown locally from seeds.
Remember to mention this Blog Only Special if you chose to get this species.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $125
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $85

PTYCHOSPERMA ELEGANS
THE SOLITAIRE PALM - NATIVE TO AUSTRALIA

ELEGANT SINGLE TRUNK SPECIES
CROWN SHAFT - THIN TRUNK - MEDIUM HEIGHT
TEN DAY SPECIAL 2 GALLON SIZE

This single trunk palm species is native to the Northern Territory and Queensland in Australia. It has a rather thin trunk that typically is six to eight inches thick. Leaves are about six feet long. The crown shaft is silver green in color and the leaves are green. Mature height is about 25 feet on average. It tolerates temperatures into the 20's F. I've been growing one in my garden for about 40 years. It's still gorgeous. Some plant them as small colonies, two or three together. We're putting our 2g size on special. It's been a while since we've offered this species or size.

REGULAR PRICE 2G $80
TEN DAY SPECIAL 2G SIZE $70

Remember to mention this Special. These can be mail ordered.

CHAMAEDOREA OREOPHILA
RARE SINGLE TRUNK PALM

TOLERATES SOME SUN - FAIRLY COLD HARDY
TEN DAY SPECIAL ONE GALLON PLANTS

This is a great palm for Southern CA and other areas that may see winter colds into the mid-twenties F. It is native to southwestern Mexico at high elevations to 4500 feet. It tolerates bright filtered light or, along the coast, some degree of sun. It is single trunked with a modified crown shaft and somewhat short green leaves. It resembles a Chamaedorea elegans on steroids. Trunks are about an inch thick and ringed. In filtered light trunks remain green. Mature height is about ten feet. This is an extremely difficult species to find. We happen to have some plants grown by Don Hodel. The last two photos are by Australian friend Colin Wilson.

REGULAR PRICE 1 GALLON $70
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $60

Remember to Mention this Special!

ARCHONTOPHOENIX "TERACARPA"
THE BEST KING PALM EVER!

BIGGER, FASTER GROWING, NO BROWNING OF LEAFLETS
TEN DAY SPECIAL HUGE BAND SIZE PLANTS

Archontophoenix teracarpa is a fictitious name given to an unknown species/type of King Palm that I have in my garden and no one can identify. I've been collecting seeds from it for quite a few years and offering it for sale. Everyone who gets one agrees - "It's the best King Palm ever!" It got the name from the Latin "Large body", which it has. After trying to identify the species over many years and with no success, we coined the name "Archontophoenix teracarpa". The closest species to it would be A. maxima but it's not the same. So, what are the differences that makes teracarpa more ideal?

It is faster growing
It gets taller than the regular King Palm
It tolerates full sun better
It doesn't brown tip in full sun
It has a blue crown shaft
It has a super thick trunk

The band size plants are about 3-4 years old and huge – about 2 feet tall and need to be planted or repotted into 5g pots.

REGULAR PRICE THESE HUGE BANDS $60
TEN DAY SPECIAL THESE HUGE BANDS $50

Remember: mention this Special to get your discount when you purchase!

KING PALM
ARCHONTOPHOENIX CUNNINGHAMIANA

MEDIUM TO TALL, FULL OR PART DAY SUN
TEN DAY SPECIAL 4 INCH JUVENILE PLANTS

The popular King Palm is also known as the Piccabeen Palm or Bangalow palm. It is native to several areas in Australia. It can in habitat get to sixty feet tall, but in Southern California is usually not over 40 feet tall. It is crown shafted with a gray trunk. The crown shaft is green with some brown speckled areas. Leaf length is 8 to 10 feet. It is not particularly rare. Other species of King Palms are. (we grow them all). Ramenta is present on the back of the leaflets, a hallmark of this species. Cold tolerance is about 25 degrees F. The plants below on Special are 2 to 3 year old seedlings in 4 inch pots and easy to mail order. Some are multiple but most are singles. Easy to mail order, weather permitting.

TEN DAY SPECIAL 4 INCH POT SIZE $37.50

Mention this Blog Only Special at the time of purchase for this discounted price. We do have other sizes for sale.

ARCHONTOPHOENIX BEATRICAE
AN UNUSUAL TYPE OF KING PALM

SILVER BACKS TO THE LEAFLETS – GREEN CROWN SHAFT
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE

Common Name(s):  Alexandra King Palm, Alexandra Palm, the Alex Palm
Native Locality:  Northern and Central Queensland, Australia, both along the coast and inland
Overall Height:  70 to 80 feet in habitat but usually up to 40 feet in domestic gardens in sun
Trunk Diameter:  12 inches, sometimes swollen at the bottom. Young trunks brown, older gray
Leaf Length:  6 to 10 feet
Leaflets:  Color dark to grass green, silver on the underside
Crown Shaft Color:  Olive green, sometimes a bit brown mixed in. Slight bulge at bottom occasionally
Presence of Ramenta:  Absent
Flower Color:  White or near white
Seed Size:  1/2 inch
Other Comments:  This species holds a nice large crown of leaves with a tall, gray colored straight trunk. There is a possible sub-species, that I will discuss below

REGULAR PRICE BAND SIZE $60
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZDE $50

Remember: mention this Special to get your discount when you purchase. The last photo shows a naturalized colony of this species on the Big Island, the Island of Hawaii.

ENCEPHALARTOS LONGIFOLIUS X ENCEPHALARTOS PRINCEPS
INTERESTING HYBRID OF TWO SOUTH AFRICAN CYCADS

SHOULD GROW INTO A STUNNING MATURE PLANT
HOPEFULLY BLUE STACKING LEAFLETS
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE SEEDLINGS

This fascinating hybrid was created by taking male pollen from E. princeps and applying it to a female cone of E. longifolius. This is an F1 hybrid. Both the parents are from South Africa and both were blue. My hopes are that the princeps will give it the beautiful blue color and glamour. We're hoping that the E. longifolius seed bearer will give it stacking of the leaflets and very curved leaves. But, no one can be sure what this hybrid will look like. They are healthy band sized seedlings and already showing blue color. They should like coastal sun and be cold hardy into the low 20's F. These bands have grown since these pictures were taken and most now have two leaves.

REGULAR PRICE THESE BAND HYBRIDS $75
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS BAND SIZE $60

Easy to mail order. Remember to mention this Special at the time of purchase. I'm showing nursery specimens of both species of this hybrid.



Encephalartos longifolius	Encephalartos princeps

ENCEPHALARTOS MSINGANUS
NEARLY EXTINCT IN THE WILD

GREEN SOUTH AFRICAN CYCAD
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE SEEDLINGS

This species is endemic to Msinga district in KwaZulu-Natal province, South Africa. E. msinganus is on the verge of extinction, where ever shrinking populations are small and scattered. This is a small to medium sized plant. Leaves get about about five feet in length. Stems can reach up to three meters over the centuries, but it is rare to see anything close to that size. This species was originally called Encephalartos msinga (after its locality) but was later formally described as Encephalartos msinganus. The leaves on this species are relatively short, are green and generally are heavily armed on the leaflets and petioles. It is quite rare to see this plant in cultivation and some make the argument that it is equally rare to some of the (very rare) Transvaal species. In coastal and inland areas, this species wants to be in sun. For desert areas, this species should be grown in partial sun or filtered light. It requires a soil that drains well. The plants on sale are 4 years old, bigger and older than shown here and with about four to five leaves.

REGULAR PRICE BAND SIZE $95
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE $75

Remember to mention this Blog Special for this discount at the time of purchase.

CYCAS PANZHIHUAENSIX X CYCAS DEBAOENSIS
CYCAD HYBRID OF TWO RARE SPECIES

NEVER AVAILABLE BEFORE
CAN'T EXACTLY PREDICT MATURE APPEARANCE
TEN DAY SPECIAL OVERSIZED TWO GALLON

We're offering on special a very rare hybrid of the genus Cycas. Both parents are native to China. The C. panzhiuaensis is known for it's medium size, blue-green foliage in sun and cold tolerance. Cycas debaoensis is known for it's mutlipinnate leaves and fluffy leaf appearance. I've only had these plants off and on for about a year. There are no pictures of mature plants available. It should make a small to medium sized adult plant and take at least part day with a cold hardiness into the low 20's F. The plants on special are super large one ore one and a half gallons with about 2 inch thick caudexes. They need to be repotted or planted.

REGULAR PRICE THESE 2 GALLON $150
DAY SPECIAL THESE PLANTS $130

Remember to mention this Blog Special when you purchase to get this price. The first garden photo is the panzhihuaensis and the next is the debaoensis.

DIOON MEJIAE
LUSH AND TROPICAL APPEARING

NEW WORLD CYCAD
UP TO SPECIMEN SIZES AVAILABLE
20% OFF REGULAR PRICES FOR TEN DAYS

This is a more tropical appearing species of Dioon and is native to Central America in Nicaragua and Honduras. There it is found among thick deciduous forests. Leaves are long, green and arch minimally. In cross section the leaves are flat. They are similar to the lush leaves of Dioon spinulosum but typically, on mature plants, lack any spines on the leaflets. Trunks ten to be somewhat narrow, usually under twelve inches. But, a mature plant in habitat can reach heights of over 20 feet in a century or two. An attractive thing about this species are the super soft, wooly and yet fragile new leaves as they emerge (last photo). One is so tempted to feel them. Leaf color is green with a length of about six feet.

This is a super attractive plant for morning sun or strong filtered light. It is possible to grow it in half day coastal sun. Cold hardiness is into the low 20's F. The plant shown is in a 15g and has a caudex size of ten inches. We do have both smaller and larger plants for sale. All can be mail ordered or delivered within the U.S. I'm showing you two nursery plants below with some garden photographs.

TEN DAY SPECIAL - 15% OFF REGULAR PRICES ANY SIZE THIS SPECIES

ENCEPHALARTOS LANATUS
A RARE BLUE CYCAD FROM SOUTH AFRICA

LOVES HEAT AND SUN – VERY THIN LEAFLETS
TEN DAY SPECIAL CITRUS POT SIZE

This beautiful South African species of cycad is best known for the silvery throw of new leaves that it displays. It has a medium sized trunk, usually to a maximum height of six feet. It does sucker from the base. Leaves are about three feet long and arching downward. The leaflets are very narrow and essentially unarmed. When new leaves emerge they are a brilliant silver in color. I was absolutely stunned by the beauty of this species the first time I saw a mature plant throw new leaves. As they age, they become more of a blue green color.

The native locality for this species experiences extremes in weather from very high summer heat to definite freezes in winter. In the garden, this species demands sun. I'd estimate cold hardiness to be in the low 20's. It is a good species for those in cooler areas who still get summer heat. .

Shown here is a citrus pot sized plant that has a caudex of 2.75 inches. Remember that rare cycads are sold by their caudex size. We’re offering nice prices on this size. If you buy one and it’s a bit smaller caudex size, it’ll cost less. If it’s bigger, it’ll be more.

REGULAR PRICE CITRUS POT WITH 2.75 INCHES OF CAUDEX $480
SALE PRICE ONE THIS SIZE $420

Just mention this Special at the time of purchase. This size is easy to mail order.

EDIBLE BANANA THAT MANY OF YOU CAN GROW!
MUSA GRAN NAIN

VARIETY THAT CHIQUITA UTILIZES FOR MARKET FRUIT
TEN DAY SPECIAL LARGE 15 GALLON PLANTS

This banana cultivar is popular worldwide and is the variety of choice for Chiquita Banana Company. It is a cultivar of Musa acuminata. It produces a huge amount of bananas if well grown. It is common for one plant to produce over 40 pounds of fruit. The fruit is medium sized, firm and sweet. Plants get to about 9 feet height, sucker when a fruit stem has finished and require half sun or full sun if possible. They benefit from large amounts of compost or soil amendments and do require fertilization to make good fruit. Leaves are typically solid green. They are a quick growing species. They do best in frost free areas but can recover from a freeze. Of note, remove the fruit when it's still a bit green and wait for it to ripen off the tree. We are offering 15g plants on Special. They are nicely sized and most are overhead in their pots. The photo of the fruit is by A-S.

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON THIS SIZE $185
TEN DAY SPECIAL THESE 15 GALLON $165

COSTUS WOODSONII
"DWARF FRENCH KISS" VARIETY

HARD TO FIND DWARF FLOWERING LANDSCAPE PLANT
CAN BE GROWN IN THE HOUSE
SPECIAL 1 GALLON SIZE

This suckering tropical plant is native to Panama and Costa Rica. It is a dwarf with a mature height of two to three feet. Leaves are shiny, green and about 3 inches wide and 8 inches long. Blossoms are red, upright and tightly formed. See photo by AG2. Along the coast it tolerates full sun but inland areas should grow it in filtered light. The size shown are about 2 years old in one gallon pots. Mail order possible. This is is one of the rare times that we've offered this plant for sale.

REGULAR PRICE 1 GALLON $60
TEN DAY SPECIAL 1 GALLON $50

PHLEBODIUM SPECIES
FURRY RHIZOMES THAT CRAWL

NORMALLY AN EPIPHYTIC PLANT IN THE WILD
TOLERATE COASTAL SUN OR FILTERED LIGHT
TEN DAY SPECIAL 10 GALLON SIZE

Phlebodium is a small genus of epiphytic ferns that are native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. They, in the wild, live in trees. But, they can be grown in the ground or in containers. Most tolerate near total full sun along the coast and also filtered light. On the species we’re dealing with here, it gets to heights of about two to three feet and is rhizomatous in nature. Furry small feet crawl the ground and every foot or so launch an upright green leaf. It is not a difficult plant to contain in the garden. It easily tolerates temperatures into the mid-twenties F. Leaf color is green with a hint of blue, but not as prominent as the Blue Star Fern. It can be used as a ground cover.

REGULAR PRICE 10 GALLON $125
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $95

PHILODENDRON XANADU
EXOTIC COMPANION PLANT

TOLERATES SOME COASTAL SUN
BIG AND FULL 15G PLANTS
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15G SIZE

This Philodendron is actually a hybrid that was commercial created. It is known for its smaller size with small to medium leaves, deep cuts into individual leaves and compact overall form. It is very attractive and is not a climbing plant. We've had this variety before but typically in small sizes. We just got in a few very nice 15g. They will take some degree of coastal sun. Inland area growers should put this in strong filtered light. Cold tolerance is into the upper 20's F.

REGULAR PRICE 15G $185
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $155

Just mention this Special when you purchase for this price. The last photo is c/o subtropical.co.nz

ALOCASIA PORTORA
GOOD SIZED, QUICK GROWING - ARROWHEAD SHAPED LEAVES
SOMEWHAT DARK STEMS - TAKES FULL COASTAL SUN

TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE

This quick growing Alocasia reaches height of over six feet and can tolerate sun along the coast. Or, part day sun or strong filtered light inland is preferred. Leaves are large, up to three feet long with green top and undersides. Most leaves are directed upwards and may reflex as they age. Mature, it is a very attractive and easy to grow Alocasia. It seems to winter over here fine here along the coast. Leaves stems are dark but not black. Also note the wavy texture to the leaves. To hide a fence or building, these would work fine. We have nice 15 gallon on special. The garden photo is c/o Austin Botany website.

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON $195
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON $175

BRAZILIAN RED CLOAK
MEGASKEPASMA ERYTHROCHLAMYS

MEDIUM SIZED BUSH / TREE WITH PROMINENT RED BLOSSOMS
NEAR IMPOSSIBLE TO FIND FOR SALE
TEN DAY SPECIAL 1 & 1.5 GALLON SIZE

The Brazilian Red Cloak is super rare and hard to find. This is probably because most propagation is by cuttings only. And, you have to have a mother plant to do this. We obtained two mother plants about eight years ago and have established them here in Encinitas. We began propagating about a year or two ago. This is considered a "bush" but can reach heights of eight feet or more. It blooms red when the weather is more cool - November to April. The terminal leaves turn red and hide the small white blossoms within (thus the "cloak" in the name). The red colored photos are of our mother plants. These can be mail ordered but you have to be in at least a 9A environment to grow it. Cold tolerance is down to about a freeze. We only have a few for sale.

TEN DAY SPECIAL 1 & 1.5 GALLON $45

Note: Our one gallon size is on the right of the first two photos. The larger 5 gallon size has sold out. The last photo is c/o Gumtree.com website. The boxed tree is our Nursery tree which we use for propagation of this impossible to find species.

HAWAIIAN TI PLANTS
GREAT COLOR FOR THE GARDEN
ASSORTMENT OF NEW VARIETIES AT NURSERY

AVAILABILITY CHANGES WEEKLY
SPECIAL ON THESE GORGEOUS PLANTS

Cordyline Hawaiian Ti plants are a great way to add color to the garden. They easily acclimate to filtered light growing conditions in our area but can be solely acclimated to coastal sun. Most don't get much over six feet tall. They have thin trunks and can take a freeze with some damage. Severe cold will kill them. Leaf color varies from pastels to reds to green and black. Shown here four different varieties of different Hawaiian Ti plants. All are different and there's one that is predominantly pastel colors. Remember, availability of each type changes ever several days.

REGULAR PRICE THESE 3 GALLON VARIETIES OF HAWAIIAN TI $60
TEN DAY SPECIAL THESE 3 GALLON TI'S $47.50

FRIDAY, 17 MARCH, 2023

ZAMIA ELEGANTISSIMA
A SUPER EXOTIC CYCAD FROM PANAMA

EXTREMELY ATTRACTIVE AND ELEGANT APPEARING
SHOWING HERE A SPECIMEN FEMALE FROM THE NURSERY

This is a Panamanian cycad. Its name comes from the fact that this is a very elegant, handsome plant. It can develop a trunk well over six feet tall and carries a full crown of green leaves that are typically four to five feet long. The trunk diameter is about four to six inches thick. Leaflets are one to one and a half inches wide, four to eight inches long and are serrated at the ends. The leaflet color is a shiny bright green. It prefers filtered light, good draining soil (like all Zamia), and probably will not tolerate a freeze. Below I have shown a pollinated cone with progression through to the ripe red-orange fruit. Also shown are a seedling and mature nursery specimen of this species.

In the garden, this species prefers filtered light. It would not tolerate a freeze. The plant you see to the right is approximately fifty years old. For over ten years I grew it outdoors at my home in San Diego. It flushed years every year or two. The close up shows the trunk in detail. Also shown is a seedling which we sometimes have available.

ASSORTED BROMELIADS
NEW ONES ARRIVING ALMOST WEEKLY

FROM PRIVATE COLLECTIONS
MANY SUN & SHADE VARIETIES

We are continually trying to bring in more colorful, exciting and new varieties of Bromeliads that customers will like At the end of this week we'll be getting in a new batch of colorful and different species. We try to emphasize different types including Aechmea, Neorogelias and others. Some are for shade and others for sun. Right now we probably have about 25 different varieties of Bromeliads. I'm showing some we've had in the past year below. We invite all to drop in to see our Bromeliads. We have a lot more than shown here but, be aware, that some sell out while other different ones arrive.

COCCOTHRINAX ARGENTEA
MEDIUM SIZED FAN PALM

SMALL TRUNK - SILVER BACK TO LEAVES
TEN DAY SPECIAL 25 GALLON SIZE

This medium size and very attractive fan palm is native to areas of Florida, Mexico and into the Caribbean. It has a blue green leaf color with more prominent silver on the underside of the leaf. Taxonomists seem recently to be lumping together Coccothrinax argentea and argentata. Mature height is rarely to twenty feet. Leaves are about three to four feet across and prominently divided into segments. As this species grows, fibrous material falls off the trunk to give a cleaner and more smooth surface. It likes heat and sun. It might also do well in desert areas. Cold hardiness is into the mid-twenties F. We are putting our 25 gallon plants on sale. Very limited numbers apply. This species is ideal for people who want a thin trunked and different fan palm that doesn’t take up much room and tolerates full hot sun. Note that, in a pot, it is slow growing.

REGULAR PRICE 25 GALLON $595
TEN DAY SPECIAL 25 GALLON $525

Just mention this Blog Special when you purchase for your discount.

BRAHEA BRANDEGEEI
A TALL, QUICK GROWING BRAHEA

GREEN FLAT LEAVES, RATHER WISPY
THIN AND EVENTUALLY TALL TRUNK
TEN DAY SPECIAL 25 GALLON SIZE

Rarely do I have this hard to find palm and even more rarely do I put it on special. It's one of the hardest of the Braheas to locate. It can reach heights of over 80 feet and is native to Baja California, Mexico. Trunks are thin. Crowns of leaves are open. Leaf color is typically green as shown here. One of the best places to see this species is in Balboa Park, San Diego, less than a half mile from where I live. It wants full sun, tolerates wind and dry conditions and is a good growing species. Despite its beauty, its a solid grower and a fine addition to any garden. I’m offering our limited number of 25 gallon ten year old plants on sale - see first six photos.

REGULAR PRICE 25 GALLON $600
TEN DAY SPECIAL 25 GALLON $495

It'd be piece of cake to mail order. Remember, mention this Special.

VARIEGATED RHAPIS EXCELSA
EXOTIC - TEND TO BE SMALL, MINIATURE PALMS

DON'T LIKE TOO MUCH NITROGEN
LIMITED SUPPLIES AVAILABLE - NEVER INEXPENSIVE
TEN DAY SPECIAL ON ANY VARIEGATED RHAPIS WE HAVE

This is another post to remind readers that we still offer a good supply of the highly coveted variegated Rhapis excelsa. Known as the "Gems of the Orient", these striking plants typically have yellow or white variegation on green leaves. Most plants at mature size are three to six feet. There are many exotic varieties - most popular in Japan where affluent collectors compete to obtain the most striking plants. Propagation is by divisions only. So, one must mother plants for divisions so you'd have a plant to sell.

The plant leaflet photos below are an assortment of our Nursery plants. The variegation consists of very narrow bands of yellow on green. They are sort of hard to see here. On any given leaflets there are lots of these narrow, subtle stripes. Sizes available are 5 & 15 gallon and maybe a few larger.

Contact us if you are interested in getting one. BTW, these are never inexpensive plants. And, they are all different. The variegation seems to be different from leaf to leaf on all varieties. Prices on our 5g start at about $150 and the 15g at $450 or more. IMPORTANT: These variegated Rhapis essentially want no fertilizer. Fertilizer tends to drown out the variegation with nitrogen. As we have an injector system on all our plants, it’s very difficult to “starve” these plants. You’ll probably be better at growing them than us as you can easily avoid giving them fertilizer.

A 15 gallon plant is shown in the first six photos with close-ups of the variegation on some leaves. Following are photographs of plants we still have at the Nursery or have sold from the Nursery.

TEN DAY SPECIAL: 15% OFF REGULAR PRICE ON ANY VARIEGATED RHAPIS THAT'S FOR SALE AND IN STOCK

CHAMAEDOREA COSTARICANA
ONE OF THE BEST BAMBOO PALMS

EASY TO GROW - A GREAT INTERIOR PALM
TEN DAY SPECIAL BOTH 15 & 25 GALLON SIZE

This suckering palm species is native to Mexico and Central America. It is one of about four types of "Bamboo Palms" and is probably either the best or in a stiff competition with Chamaedorea hooperiana. This species gets to a mature height of twelve to sixteen feet, has strong 1 inch to 1.5 inch trunks which are green in color with prominent rings, and about three to four foot long leaves. It is an upright grower and does clump. It doesn't run. It takes filtered light or morning sun along the coast. I've even heard of some growing it in full sun although I'd not recommend it. It is a good growing species. Cold hardiness is into the mid to lower 20's F.

Below I'm showing in the first five photos the 15g size followed by the 25g size in the following five photos. These are followed by mature garden plants. If you are interested in mail order, select a 5 gallon plant (not shown) which is easier to ship. BTW, this species is fairly difficult to find. BTW, we are very limited on our 25 gallon size - shown in photos below #6 - #10.

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON $250
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON $225

REGULAR PRICE HUGE 25 GALLON $725
TEN DAY SPECIAL SALE PRICE 25 GALLON $645

DYPSIS LUCUBENSIS
AKA DYPSIS MADAGASCARENSIS
TALL, THIN TRUNKED PINNATE PALM

SUCKERING & SINGLE TRUNK FORMS
FLUFFY, PLUMOSE LEAVES – THINNER TRUNKS
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON – SUCKERING VARIETY

This species of palm is typically single trunk but there are also suckering forms. It also goes by the name of Dypsis madagascarensis. This post shows the suckering variety. It is native to island of Nossi-Be off the coast of Madagascar. It can reach heights of twenty to thirty feet. It has leaves arranged in three ranks - "tristichous". Trunk diameters of this suckering form are thinner than the single trunk form. I'd estimate they'll be 5 to 8 inches thick and prominently ringed. The crown shafts are a rusty-brown color and not elongated. It is a difficult species to find nowadays. I'd recommend growing it in full sun along the coast. I'd estimate cold hardiness to be in the mid-twenties F.

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON $245
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $225

We only have a few of these left. Garden photos below first c/o PACSOA and secondly from Sri Lanka c/o Palmpedia.

VEITCHIA MERRILLII HYBRID
POTENTIAL TO GROW SOMETHING THAT CAN'T BE GROWN HERE

VERY EXCITING – NOT PREVIOUSLY AVAILABLE
TEN DAY SPECIAL LARGE 15 GALLON SIZE

There is an interesting story behind the plants I'm showing you here. About four years ago, we got some seeds from a botanical garden that were labeled as Veitchia merrillii (aka Adonidia merrillii). This palm resembles a miniature Royal Palm, so it is a popular choice by enthusiasts who see it in tropical areas. Rarely does it get over twenty feet tall and many people like this smaller size. But, native to the Philippines, you might expect it'd be too tropical and cold sensitive to grow here. Well, that is the case and I don't know of one mature tree in Southern California.

The seeds we got were thought to be pure Veitchia merrillii. The seeds looked to be the right size for merrillii - the anticipated small size as you see with this species. Seeds of other Veitchia species are much larger. Of the fifty or so seeds that germinated, about half died off quickly in our greenhouses the first winter. We figured - that makes sense - cold sensitive. But, to our surprise, the other half grew quite well. As they got bigger, it was apparent that they looked nothing like a true species Veitchia merrillii we have grown in the past. The prominent speckling and dark color to the leaf stems was not expected - merrillii is plain green usually. And, there is a diversity of appearance of the various plants we were now growing.

We figure these are a hybrid of a Veitchia merrillii crossed with something else. Most likely it's with another species of Veitchia that are more cold tolerant. Our suspicion is it as cross with V. arecina. This is to our customer's benefit as this means perhaps they can grow these and end up with a smaller palm that resembles V. merrillii. We have a limited number of these plants left. They’ve gotten bigger and all have survived a freeze at our nursery. So, maybe here’s your chance to grow a “Veitchia merrillii hybrid” . I'm showin photos of both of the probable parents below. Mature height should be about 15 - 18 feet on these hybrids.

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON THIS HYBRID $245
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON $225

Remember: Mention this Blog Only Special at the time of purchase. Obviously, I have no mature garden plants to show you as this is such a rare hybrid. Also, don't dally as we'll be out of this hybrid soon!



Veitchia merrillii	Veitchia arecina

BRAHEA SPECIES "SUPER SILVER"
NICE 7 GALLON PLANTS

BLUE WITH THINNER TRUNK THAT B. ARMATA
TEN DAY SPECIAL 7 GALLON PLANTS

Shown here is a 5 gallon plant of a Brahea species from Mexico that is presently known as "Brahea species Super Silver". Undoubtedly someone will describe it in the near future. Seeds have been available only twice. These plants are from the first batch that came along. It is a blue plant but doesn't show the blue until older. It wants full hot sun and would be perfect for the desert. I suspect the cold tolerance is similar to Brahea armata, about 15 degrees F. But, compared to the later, this species trunk is much thinner and it is faster growing. But, the blue color is just as intense. Shown here is the 7g size which we're putting on Special. This plant is a double - two plants in one pot. Limited numbers. Mature plant photo below c/o RPS. Also note this is a single trunk species but the plant shown below is a "double".

REGULAR PRICE 7 GALLON $175
TEN DAY SPECIAL 7 GALLON $145

Remember: Mention this Special to get your Blog Only discount. We are almost sold out of this species!

COCCOTHRINAX CRINITA
A RARE OLD MAN PALM

NATIVE TO CUBA
SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

The palm species shown here is the more Coccothrinax crinita. It is native to Cuba. It gets the name “Old Man Palm” because the trunk is totally covered by long tan hairs that hang down like a beard. For anyone who has grown one of the Old Man Palms, the one thing you'll agree on is how slow they are. The 5 gallon plant shown here have taken about 7 years to produce. Seedlings take about 4 years to produce a fan leaf. One suffers through "blades of grass" for the and finally palmate leaves appear as shown here. This is a dwarf species, unlikely to get over ten feet. It loves sun and heat and is cold hardy somewhere into the mid-teens F. And, by the way, those fibers/hairs covering the trunk are its hallmark. This is a rare species to find for sale. We only have a handful of this size.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $155
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON $135

ROYSTONEA REGIA
THE CUBAN ROYAL PALM

LOVES SUN AND HEAT
PLANTS ON SPECIAL SIX FEET TALL
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

This pinnate New World species is another favorite of mine. There are multiple species of Roystonea. The most common and sought after species is the Cuban Royal, Roystonea regia. Compared to the South American Royal Palm, Roystonea regia's leaves hang down past (lower than) the midway point of the crown. Roystonea oleracea's leaves stop at the "half moon" point and don't hang down near the trunk.

Royal Palms love heat and sun. Cold tolerance is about 25 degrees F. They are fast growers. We have a pretty good supply available of assorted sizes. Note how the base of the well grown Royal Palm is quite swollen and fat. On up the trunk there is variable swelling present. The plants I'm putting on special today are an easily shipped size of 5 gallon but would take a tall box. They are about 6 to 8 feet tall in their pots.

REGULAR PRICE 5G $135
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON $115

Remember to mention this Blog Special to get this price when you purchase. Note: All the garden photos below were taken in Southern California. Yes, they grow easily in many areas here.

BURRETIOKENTIA DUMASII
SUPER RARE SINGLE TRUNK PINNATE PALM FROM NEW CALEDONIA

MEDIUM SIZED MATURE – THINNER TRUNK
GREEN LEAVES WITH TOMENTUM ON STEMS
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE CONTAINER

This extremely rare palm species is native to only one location in New Caledonia where it lives at high elevation (up to 3000 feet) on steeply sloped and rocky mountainous rain forest. It is a solitary, crown-shafted pinnate palm that reaches a mature height of 20 to 30 feet. The crown shaft is a gray-tan color and often has older leaf bases attached and overlapping. Leaves are six to eight feet long with somewhat wide leaflets. The leaf stems are covered with whitish-gray tomentum. The trunk has thinly spaced leaf scars (rings). Most would grow this species in partial sun, perhaps morning sun. Cold hardiness is probably into the mid-twenties F. This is an extremely difficult palm species to find and we’re putting our 5 gallon size on sale. We have limited numbers available.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $160
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $140

These can be mail ordered. Remember to mention this Blog Only Special at the time of purchase.

CHAMBEYRONIA HOOKERI
THE BLONDE FLAME THROWER PALM

GORGEOUS PALM FROM NEW CALEDONIA
TEN DAY SPECIAL LARGE ONE GALLON SIZE

The palm shown in the first two rows is a 5 gallon size of Chambeyronia hookeri with its blonde colored crown shaft. This species is hard to find. It is different in appearance from the dark green crown shafted form, Chambeyronia macrocarpa. Here's some facts about this species:

• Growth habit and care about the same as macrocarpa
• Along the coast will tolerate full sun if you're are not too far inland
• Crown shaft is yellow-tan colored and quite prominent
• Cold tolerance is about 23 degrees
• Growth rate on this species like macrocarpa is slow to medium but improves once planted in the ground.
• Trunk diameter is about 8 inches typically and overall height of mature plants is about 25 feet
• Leaflets are shiny green, thick and sturdy, and quite wide as shown
• Like macrocarpa, about 95% of the time throws newly emerging red leaf as shown here. Rarely a plant will not throw new red leaves and there's no way of predicting this.
• Also makes a great interior palm inside the home

We’re putting large one gallon on Special but also have 5 and 15g sizes available.

REGULAR PRICE ONE GALLON $70
TEN DAY SPECIAL ONE GALLON $60

This size is simple to ship weather permitting. You'll love this species.

SABAL ETONIA
SMALL FAN PALM NATIVE TO FLORIDA

GETS SIX TO EIGHT FEET TALL
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE

This small fan palm is native to almost all areas of Florida. It is different than Sabal palmetto in that it is smaller. Although not quite as small as the Sabal louisiana below, it rarely gets to a height of about eight feet. Leaves are green and the trunk is a bit stout. It tolerates full sun or part day sun. It is difficult to find. In the fifth photo, it is the band plant that the staff is holding in his left hand (right hand is Sabal louisiana, an even smaller species). Cold hardiness is at least 15 degrees F. or a bit lower. Mature palm photo by TS - RPS.

REGULAR PRICE BAND SIZE $60
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE $50

SABAL LOUISIANA
THE LOUISIANA PALMETTO PALM

SUPER SMALL, SUPER COLD HARDY FAN PALM
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE

This dwarf fan palm is touted as being the smallest variety of Sabal. It is a variety of Sabal minor that has been found in the wild in Louisiana and adjacent states on either side. It has blue-green leaves with a mature height of six feet. It is also super cold hardy with reports of it going a bit below zero F. As it is an understory palm in habitat, one would anticipate it'd do well in strong filtered light or perhaps half day sun. In the 5th photo it is the band palm in the staff's right hand. On the left is the Sabal etonia. Both are nicely sized. The last photo is c/o TS at RPS. This is a difficult species to find.

REGULAR PRICE BAND SIZE $60
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE $50

Cycas debaoensis
Band Size $85

Encephalarto cerinus
Band size $85

Encephalartos eugene-maraisii
Band size $95

Encephalartos ferox
Band size $55

Encephalartos horridus
Band size $65

Encephalartos munchii
Band size $75

Encephalartos paucidentatus
Band size $75

Lepidozamia peroffskyana
Band size $55

DIOON SPINULOSUM
A CUSTOMER FAVORITE CYCAD

FILTERED LIGHT IN GARDEN OR INSIDE THE HOME
GREEN LEAVES, ELEGANT
TEN DAY SPECIAL LARGE 15 GALLON SIZE

This species of a green cycad can be grown in the garden or as an interior palm. Although you can't tell from the photos here, this cycad species can get quite tall. I've seen photos from habitat with what appears to be over 20 feet of trunk. But, such heights would require several centuries to occur. Dioon spinulosum is native to tropical areas in Mexico where it grows in limestone forests. Trunks don't get overly thick, typically 12 to 14 inches thick - but domestically often thinner. Leaves are green and mildly armed. Leaf length is about six feet. My preference is to grow this species in filtered light. Cold tolerance is into the mid twenties F. At the nursery we usually have a good selection of this species from small to large. We’re putting a nice 15 gallon on sale - this actual plant. It has a caudex 7 inches wide and 10 inches tall.

REGULAR PRICE THIS 15G CYCAD $750
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS ACTUAL CYCAD $650

This plant can be mail ordered in a very large box.

ZAMIA AMBLYPHYLLIDIA
DWARF GREEN CYCAD

GOOD LOW PROFILE CYCAD
AGES OVER 10 YEARS - MANY CONING!
TEN DAY SPECIAL CITRUS POT SIZE PLANTS

This dwarf species of Zamia is from Puerto Rico and surrounding Caribbean areas. It is a small cycad with a caudex of six inches. It suckers, forming clumps. Its leaves are about 3 feet long, arching downwards and the leaflets are small. The petioles are unarmed. It likes filtered light and tolerates temperatures into the upper twenties F. It prefers partial sun or strong filtered light. But, it can be grown in sun along our coastal areas here. It is an ideal cycad species where one wants plants to stay small. It's perfect for planting next to a walkway. We’re putting our citrus pot plant on Special. Caudex sizes are 3 to 5 inches. Most are clustering plants with cones. Easy to mail order. Remember to mention this Special. Citrus pot shown first 6 photos.

TEN DAY SPECIAL CITRUS POT THIS SIZE $295

ENCEPHALARTOS ARENARIUS - BLUE & GREEN VARIETIES
RARE SOUTH AFRICAN CYCAD

MEDIUM SIZE MATURE - LIKES COASTAL SUN
STUNNING SPINY LEAVES - BLUE OR GREEN OR IN-BETWEEN
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS NEAR FIFTY YEAR OLD ACTUAL CYCAD

Encephalartos arenarius is from the coastal dunes and forest close to Alexandria in the Eastern Cape. This species is small to medium in mature size. Leaf length can range from one to two meters (i.e. three to six feet approximately) depending on cultivar and exposure to sun. Like many of the Encephalartos from the Eastern Cape, this species is variable in color, size and leaf type. E. arenarius can range in color from a dull green to a powdery white color (bearing a likeness to E. horridus). The plants of this species are both blue and green forms, but this plant below is the blue type - especially when in full sun. To get this color it will want full sun or an ample amount of sun. It prefers a well draining soil. Speed of growth of this cycad is good.

This Encephalartos arenarius is in a 36 inch box. Age 50 years. Caudex 24 inches wide, 26 inches tall. It is near full mature size and an estimated 45 to 50 years old from a private collection. Sex uncertain although it's coned in the past. Leaf color is blue-green.

REGULAR PRICE THIS ACTUAL 36 INCH BOX MATURE CYCAD $6100
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS 36 INCH BOX CYCAD $5450

Remember to mention this Blog Special for your discount when you order. This is a very large and heavy plant and would require professional delivery and heavy equipment at the destination site..

ANANAS COMOSUS - THE PINEAPPLY BROMELIAD
YES - GROCERY PINEAPPLES COME FROM THIS PLANT

5 GALLON LOCALLY GROWN PLANT WITH PINEAPPLE
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE

Most people are unaware that the pineapple that you buy at a market is produced by a type of Bromeliad. The species is Ananas comosus. It is a medium sized green Bromeliad with armed green leaves. It wants to be grown in sun. Comercial operations in Hawaii grow tens of thousands of these on flat and hilly areas. Without tropical type weather, the ripe fruit from a locally grown plant might not be up to par with the imported fruits. But, enthusiasts tell me that they can be tasty. Cold tolerance is down to a freeze or a bit colder. I only have a few available.

TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE $85

The plant shown below is suckering. Each individual plant will produce the fruit. The last photo is another type of similar Bromeliad, Ananas lava burst - a hybrid.

SPANISH MOSS
TILLANDSIA USNEOIDES

HANGS FROM TREES, FENCES & POLES
TAKES LITTLE WATER - TYPE OF BROMELIAD
TEN DAY SPECIAL

Spanish Moss is actually a small, wispy type of Bromeliad - a flowering type of plant. The natural habitat for this plant ranges from the southern U.S. down through Mexico into Central and South America. It is even found in Australia. It is an epiphytic plant that hangs onto almost anything it can find. It loves to hang from tree branches or trunks. It requires very little water and will grow without any applied fertilizer. We are selling small clumps we've attached to wood. Or, we can ship them without the wood. You can hang them anywhere you want. Just spray them once in a while with water. These clumps are easy to ship.

REGULAR PRICE $50
TEN DAY SPECIAL $40
Mention this special for your Discount.

MUSA SUMATRANA HYBRID
A NON-FRUITING BANANA CROSSED WITH A FRUITING BANANA

BILBERGIA HALLELUHAY
SPOTTED SUN TOLERANT BROMELIAD

PINK HANGING BLOSSOMS - SPOTTED LEAVES
SPECIAL 5G CLUSTERS

Bilbergia are an easy to grow type of Bromeliad and many will tolerate coastal sun. This variety has red leaves with a scattering of white spots. They grow in as tubular fashion and freely suckering. Thus, you get quite a good sized clump in a few years. Mature height of the plant is typically about 2 feet. Blossoms are pink and hand down from the individual plants.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON CLUMPS $85
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $65

TWO VARIEGATED HIBISCUS
ONE WITH RED FLOWERS, ONE WITH YELLOW

FORM SMALL BUSHES OR TREES
TEN DAY SPECIAL ONE & FIVE GALLON PLANTS

Below I am showing you two different variegated Hibiscus.

1. Variegated Hibiscus cooperi - first five photos - red flower
2. Variegated Hibiscus tileaceus hamoe - photos 6 through 8 - yellow flower

All of our Hibiscus have been propagated from cuttings off a mother tree. Some have several plants per pot. As most of you know, Hibiscus make a bush or small tree. Plants are being grown from temperate to tropical localities. Leaves are typically green with finely serrated edges. The two plants on sale are more rare variegated forms but still have the colorful blossoms. All need adequate sunlight. They do not like severe cold weather. Cold makes the flower buds drop off. Keep them damp but not soggy. We have very limited numbers of both types and mail sell out soon.

TEN DAY SPECIAL 1 GALLON, EITHER TYPE $40
TEN DAY SPECIAL 3 OR 5 GALLON, EITHER TYPE $85

These can be mail ordered but are sort of fragile for traveling and no guarantees can be for perfect condition arrival.

WEDNESDAY, 15 MARCH, 2023

ZAMIA - THE MOST TROPICAL CYCADS
A LOOK AT THE LEAVES OF SOME SPECIES

MORE DIFFICULT TO GROW BUT SUPER APPEALING PLANTS

There is a tremendous array in the appearances of the leaves of this genus. In terms of orientation, some are very upright. Others, like Zamia pseudoparastitica, are very dependent and hang downwards, way below the stem. Many new leaves as they flush from the stem are green. But, others are gold, bronze, brown or red emergent. These colors are transient and typically revert to a green color over time. Leaf length can be as short as one foot long in some dwarf species. Others have leaves of six or more feet. Leaflet appearance is also variable. Most species have serrated edges, but many are smooth without teeth. Pictures below will show the variation in the appearance of leaves. Of note, some of the most sought after species have wide, exotic leaflets. The leaf stems of Zamia are typically armed with small spines. Some species have almost or completely smooth petioles. One species shown below, Zamia picta (Z. variegata), has variegated yellow splotches on the leaflets. Below are pictures of an assortment of Zamia leaves. In terms of culture, many Zamia are difficult to grow because they want humidity and warmth. This means that you must have ideal growing conditions or a heated greenhouse. I am showing you an assortment of photos showing the leaves and leaflets. This is far from a comprehensive presentation of this genus. The link below will show you a lot more information on many cool species. I hope you like these photos.

READ MORE ABOUT ZAMIA SPECIES

Zamia dressleri newly emergent leaf	Zamia elegantissima leaves	Zamia muricata leaf
Zamia splendens leaf	Zamia obliqua	Leaves of Zamia vasquezii
Zamia skinneri leaves	Zamia cremnophila leaves	Zamia picta (variegata) leaflets
Zamia picta leaf	Zamia purpurea by Michael Gray AU	Zamia cremnophila
Zamia pseudoparasitica	Zamia imperialis by TS at RPS	Zamia imperialis by TS at RPS

POTTING UP A NEW PALM SEEDLING
PHOTOGRAPHS SHOWING TECHNIQUE -
VEITCHIA SEEDLINGS

If you follow the techniques given in the article above, you will end up having seedlings that will need repotting into a growing container. Shown here are some vigorous Veitchia seedlings that were germinated in a flat. Flats are not our favorite for germinating (are not deep containers) but, for conservation of space, was what we used for these seeds. You can see in the first two photos that these are well developed with about two or three leaves. We prefer to have several leaves before we repot seedlings.

Photographs three to five show the seedlings after they've been removed from the germinating flat. Note the compact and nice roots on the seedlings. You must be careful when removing each seedling to protect the roots. Cutting or damaging the roots can lead to damping off after removal.

The last photo shows the seedling after being repotted into a one gallon. Sometimes we put seedlings into our band containers ( 3 x 3 x 9 inches), but Veitchias typically are large, strong seedlings and respond better in a larger pot. Of course, after potting up seedlings, water immediately and put them into filtered light. Over time, you can give them more sun exposure.

I hope this helps you have successful growing of your small new palms.

MULE PALM
BUTIA X SYAGRUS (QUEEN PALM)

MEDIUM SIZE MATURE HYBRID PALM
SUPER COLD HARDY - TO ABOUT 16 DEGREES
TEN DAY SPECIAL 25 GALLON SIZE

This popular inter-generic hybrid palm was probably first created by a man made cross of both parents about a hundred years ago. It has been given a trade name of "Butiagrus nabonnandii" but most people call it the Mule Palm. The latter name is utilized because it's been found on most specimens to have sterile fruit or no fruit at all. Any seeds formed almost always won't germinate to grow a new palm. Butia capitata is a monoecious species. This means that flower stocks have both male and female flowers.

To produce Mule Palm plants, it takes a tremendous amount of work to viable and true seeds. On the seed producing Butia flowerstock, all the male flowers must be meticulously removed manually to prevent self-pollination by itself. Only after this can the Queen pollen but put onto the receptive Butia blossoms. This takes a lot of experience, effort and time. This is one of the reasons this hybrid is so rare and usually pricey.

Mature height is up to thirty feet, much shorter than the Queen Palm. But, cold hardiness is better than a Queen as well. It'll take temperatures down to about 16 degrees F. This species prefers a bright sun location and can be grown in the desert in full sun.

On special are our squat 25g plants. They are eight to nine tall. They are ready for planting but we only have a few of them..

REGULAR PRICE 25 GALLON $695
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $595

Remember: Mention this Blog Only Special at the time of purchase.

RHAPIS EXCELSA
THE REGULAR LADY PALM

ONE OF THE BEST INTERIOR PALMS
ALSO GREAT UNDERSTORY GARDEN PLANT
TEN DAY SPECIAL LARGE TWENTY YEAR OLD 25G SIZE

We have an assortment of Lady Palms which are near perfect - almost as nice as the expensive ones we bring in out of Hawaii. But, they are locally grown and better priced. And, we are offering them on special. Have you ever wondered why you hardly ever see Rhapis on sale? It's because they are super slow growing. The plants shown here are eight, maybe ten years old. Therefore, growers have little motivation to sell them cheap. The plants shown here are nice enough for a bank or hotel lobby, a professional office or even your living room.

Rhapis excelsa is native to Asia and typically doesn't get much over 8 feet tall in a pot. They do great in shady locations of the garden or inside the home. They are a very nice patio plant. Cold hardiness is about 20 degrees F. They want low dose fertilizer. Too much fertilizer will burn them. The plant size below are in 25 gallon pots and have been at the nursery for about 20 years. This size can have 20 to 30 canes in each pot. We have only a few this size - and also have the even more rare Rhapis humilis in good sizes.

REGULAR PRICE THESE OLD 25G PLANTS $800
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $650

Important: Mention this Blog Only Offering for this price when you purchase. Note, limited supply available.

ROYSTONEA OLERACEA
THE SOUTH AMERICAN ROYAL PALM

TALL PINNATE PALM WITH LUSH GREEN FOLIAGE
LONG PROMINENT CROWN SHAFT
TEN DAY SPECIAL 25 GALLON SIZE

This species of Royal Palm is native to the lower Caribbean Islands and northern South America. References say it can reach heights of sixty feet but I've personally seen a grove of 100 year old trees in New Caledonia that surpass 100 feet. They are fast growing, have green leaves, a prominent crown shaft and hold their leaves typically in the upper half of the leaf-crown sphere. In other ways, this species is quite similar to the classic Cuban Royal Palm. They want sun and are cold hardy to about 25 degrees F. The size shown here on Special is in a 25 gallon pot and at least ten feet tall in its pot.

REGULAR PRICE 25 GALLON $650
TEN DAY SPECIAL 25 GALLON $575

REGULAR PRICE HUGE 25 GALLON $750
TEN DAY SPECIAL SALE PRICE 25 GALLON $675

RHOPALOSTYLIS CHEESEMANII
MEDIUM SIZED - GRACEFUL & BEAUTIFUL PALM

SINGLE TRUNK – NICE GREEN CROWN SHAFT
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15G SIZE

Of the Shaving Brush Palm family, this is the hardest one to find. And, many think it's the prettiest and most desirable species. Some consider it to be a variety of R. baueri. We like to consider it a species. Native to Raoul Island, an island well off the eastern side of New Zealand, this species has a medium sized trunk and reaches a height of twenty five feet. The crown shaft is gorgeous but not as swollen as R. sapida. I have some customers who report the crown shaft being a purple color. On younger plants the leaf stems may shown colors of red to purple. With age they are a brown-green. Leaves are green and arching. Trunks are prominently ringed. It will take coastal sun or part day sun. Some grow it in strong filtered light. Far inland it needs protection from full sun. Growth rate is slow to medium. We’re putting nice 15g plants on sale. See first seven photos. The last photo is c/o cloudforest website.

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON $245
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE $220

Just mention this Blog special at the time of purchase for this discount.

PHOENIX SYLVESTRIS
TALL PALM WITH BLUE-GREEN LEAVES

THE SILVER DATE PALM
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15G PLANTS

This species of Date Palm is from India and Pakistan and somewhat resembles the Canary Island Date Palm. But, the trunk is much thinner, the crown is not as large and it is more rounded in shape. Leaf color is blue-green. Overall height can reach forty to fifty feet. This is a sun species in all areas with a cold tolerance into the teens F. We're offering nice 15g plants on special as shown. These might be a bit of a challenge to mail order but can be done.

REGULAR PRICE THIS SPECIES 15G $225
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $200

Just mention this Special to get the discount when purchasing, Only a few available.

PRESTOEA MONTANA
AKA PRESTOEA ACUMINATA VAR. MONTANA

RARE PINNATE PALM FROM PUERTO RICO
TEN DAY SPECIAL GOOD SIZE 5 GALLON

Prestoea is a genus that is very closely related to another palm genus, Euterpe. It is found in the Caribbean, Central and South America. Essentially all Euterpe are crown shafted palms. Many of the Prestoea are not. There are also distinctions between the flowers of these two genera. Also, many of the Prestoea are suckering. But, there is one that is single trunk. This is Prestoea montana, native to mountainous areas of Puerto Rico. I've always known of this species as not having a crown shaft. But, I've seen photos (including ones from native habitats) where a crown shaft is seen.

The hallmarks of this species are its wide and very shiny green leaves, its somewhat slender trunk and its overall beautiful appearance. Plant heights can reach forty feet or more. This species should be grown in part day sun or filtered light. It likes rich soil and ample moisture. I'd estimate its cold tolerance is down to about a freeze or a bit less. It is not a species for a beginner to try. We're putting the 5g plants on special. Note that this species has historically been known as "Prestoea montana" but in more recent years has been considered a variety of P. acuminata. We have limited numbers available.

REGULAR PRICE 5G $135
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE $115

Remember: Mention this Special for this price! Mail order possible.

HOWEA FORSTERIANA
THE KENTIA PALM

GREAT PATIO OR INTERIOR PALM - OR IN THE GARDEN
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SINGLES

Howea forsteriana, the popular Kentia Palm, is native to Lord Howe Island. There it lives at lower elevations. At higher elevations up the mountains one sees Howea belmoreana and Hedyscepe. The Kentia does great here in So California. It is a single trunk species that is often grown as a "multiple" with several plants in the same pot. It does NOT sucker. Along the coast it takes full sun or part day sun. Far inland, filtered light is needed. Cold tolerance is about 25 degrees F. Mature height in sun is usually about thirty feet in 30 years. We’re putting very nice 5 gallon plants on special. These plants are singles - not multiples. These can be mail ordered.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $135
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $115

Remember to mention this Blog Special at the time of purchase for this discounted price.

RAVENEA SAMBIRANENSIS
RARE SINGLE TRUNK PALM FROM MADAGASCAR

WHEN MATURE, LANDSCAPE SIZED SPECIMEN
TEN DAY SPECIAL FIVE GALLON PLANTS

This species of Ravenea is from both the west and eastern sides of the Island of Madagascar. It was named after a river on the island. It is a large and elegant pinnate palm with heights reportedly up to one hundred feet. Trunk diameter is one foot. It grows at elevations from sea level to six thousand feet in both dry and moist native habitats. When younger, this species has flat erect leaves that go straight upwards. However, with age, this species produces leaves that are keeled and curve downwards at the ends. When mature the overall crown is hemispherical with the leaves in the upper portion of the circle. Because of its large size, this plant should be considered a major landscape item and not a companion plant. Photos below show how large this palm is when mature.

I have a limited number of five gallon plants on sale. They should be grown in an area where they can work their way from strong filtered light into full sun. Cold hardiness is into the mid-twenties F. They like moisture but need good draining soil. My thanks to TS at RPS for the photos below.

REGULAR PRICE FIVE GALLON $145
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5G $125

KENTIOPSIS OLIVIFORMIS
A GREAT CROWN SHAFTED PALM

IDEAL FOR SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
MEDIUM MATURE HEIGHT
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

I've discussed this great New Caledonian species before because it is such a good species for those of us in Southern California. It comes from high elevation in its native New Caledonia habitat, is a good growing palm and can tolerate full sun easily along the coastal strip. Its cold hardiness is down to about 23 degrees, better than the King Palm or Kentia Palm. It has an average trunk diameter of eight to ten inches and a mature height of usually about thirty feet. It can also be grown in part day sun or strong filtered light. Shown here is the 5 gallon size we’re putting on special Growth rate on this species is good. This species is highly recommended.

REGULAR PRICE 5G $135
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE $115

The 5 gallon size is shown in the first 5 photos. The garden trees are growing in San Diego County.

DYPSIS DECARYI
THE TRIANGLE PALM

NATIVE TO MADAGASCAR
MATURE HEIGHT A BIT OVER TWENTY FEET
TEN DAY SPECIAL NICE 3G SIZE

This single trunk, sun loving pinnate palm from Southern Madagascar gets to a height of about twenty feet or a bit more, likes full, hot sun and is cold tolerant to about 23 degrees F. Its crown shaft and leaves are aligned in three ranks. Thus, the common name of “Triangle Palm”. Shown here are nice 3g size with height to 4 feet or taller in their pots. We do have many sizes for sale including large 1 gallon, 15g and a few larger 25g / 24 inch boxes. Maximum height of this species is 20 to 25 feet. Growth rate is medium.

REGULAR PRICE 3G SIZE $125
TEN DAY SPECIAL 3G SIZE $95

Just mention this Blog Special when purchasing to get this special price.

PALM SEEDLINGS
FIVE DIFFERENT TYPES ONE SALE

BAND SIZE - EASY TO SHIP
SPECIAL BAND SIZE SPECIES BELOW

Below I am offering five different palm seedlings on sale. I am not giving species descriptions or photos of mature specimens. I've just shown the species names. I'm posting these for those who know their species and know what they are looking for. I am also showing the most frequently seen common names for the palms below.

TEN DAY SPECIAL - $50 FOR ANY OF THESE SPECIES DIRECTLY BELOW

All can be mail ordered within the U.S.

ARCHONTOPHOENIX ALEXANDRAE RARE TYPE KING PALM
CARYOTA GIGAS KING KONG FISHTAIL PALM
CHAMBEYRONIA HOOKERI THE BLOND FLAME THROWER PALM
RHOPALOSTYLIS SAPIDA SHAVING BRUSH PALM
JUBAEA CHILENSIS CHILEAN WINE PALM

ENCEPHALARTOS MUNCHII
A RARE CENTRAL AFRICAN CYCAD

BLUE – GREEN SPINY LEAFLETS
SUPER DIFFICULT TO FIND
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE PLANTS

Native to Mozambique, this small to medium sized cycad grows in scrub forest among rocks and boulders. It is distinguished by its blue to blue-green color and by having leaflets that are prominently spiny. In my experience, leaf color is sometimes very blue, other times blue-green. You'll sometimes hear the description as "soapy green" to describe the leaves. Overall, the leaf color is variable. Trunk size is usually under three feet. Upright leaves are about four feet long or less. Leaves are keeled and leaflets are lanceolate and spiny. This species likes full sun and is cold tolerant into the low 20's F. We are putting band sized seedlings on sale. They are supposed to be the blue form (from blue parents) but need age and sun to show the blue. These are easy to mail order, weather permitting.

REGULAR PRICE BAND SIZE $85
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE $72.50

CYCAS PANZHIHUAENSIS
RARE GREEN CHINESE CYCAD
EXCELLENT COLD HARDINESS

MEDIUM SIZE MATURE
TEN DAY SPECIAL CITRUS POT AS SHOWN

This is a rare green cycad from China. It is different than the Sago Palm - smaller and, to me, more attractive. Leaf color is green to blue green. It tolerates coastal sun and is cold hardy into the upper teens F. Some feel it's one of the most cold hardy cycads in the world - even better than the Sago Palm. Mature height should be about eight feet. They can sucker, but much less than the Sago. They also take up less garden space than the Sago Palm. Leaflets are narrow without armor except on the tips (pointed).

The citrus pot shown in the first five photos has a caudex of 3.5 inches. We also have larger and smaller plants for sale. We are putting plants of this size (3 to 4 inches) on special. These can be easily mail ordered. The first to purchase of course will get the larger plants.

REGULAR PRICE PLANTS WITH THIS SIZE CAUDEX $350
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $285

This size can be shipped or delivered. Remember, mention this Special when you purchase. The sixth photo shows our 15 gallon size of larger plants.

ENCEPHALARTOS WHITELOCKII
LARGER CENTRAL AFRICAN CYCAD WITH LONG UPRIGHT LEAVES

FAST GROWING - EXTREMELY POPULAR AND SOUGHT AFTER CYCAD
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5G SIZE

This unique and larger cycad is native to Uganda. In fact, at one point it was called the "Uganda Giant Cycad". This is because it has leaves that extend almost straight up toward the sky and can be twelve feet long or more. Leaflets are narrow and armed with small spines. The caudex is a light color and in the wild can be up to ten feet tall. Historically, as this species is similar to E. laurentianus, it was called also "Encephalartos laurentianus Lake George", referring to its specific habitat. The nursery plants I'm showing today are 5 gallon size with caudexes of about 4 inches. If a given plant is more or less than 4 inch caudex size, sale price would be adjusted. We have other sizes as well, both larger and possibly smaller. The third row of photos shows garden plants and the last row shows other Nursery specimens. Note the appearance of these plants with their long leaves with narrow leaflets. Enthusiasts love this species because it's a good growing cycad. Right on the coast I'd give it half day sun. It's not quite as sun-tolerant as many of the South African species. Cold tolerance is into the low 20's F.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON WITH 4 INCH CAUDEX $700
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON WITH 4 INCH CAUDEX $600

ENCEPHALARTOS LEHMANNII
BLUE SOUTH AFRICAN CYCAD FOR SUN
LOVES HEAT & SUN - COLD HARDY TO 22 DEGREES F.
SMALL TO MEDIUM SIZED MATURE

GOOD OFFERING OF 15 GALLON PLANTS
CAUDEXES 3.5 TO 6 INCHES
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON E. LEHMANNII

This sale price is for plants with ball like caudexes.

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON THIS SPECIES $160 PER INCH CAUDEX DIAMETER

TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SPECIES $140 PER INCH CAUDEX DIAMETER

(NOTE, OLDER CYCADS WITH VERTICAL TRUNK NOT INCLUDED AT THIS PRICE)

This size can possibly be mail ordered. This caudex size price applies to plants that do not have vertical trunk height.

CYCAS REVOLUTA - THE SAGO PALM
MOST POPULAR CYCAD IN THE WORLD

MEDIUM THICK TRUNK - GREEN LEAVES
EASY TO GROW IN MOST AREAS - TOLERATES FULL COASTAL SUN
TEN DAY SPECIAL ASSORTED 15 AND 25 GALLON PLANTS

Cycas revoluta, the common "Sago Palm", is native to areas of Japan and China. It is an extremely easy to grow cycad that requires little mainenance. It is also slow growing with fifty year old specimens attaining a trunk height of five feet or a bit more. Leaves are green as shown below, typically five feet long on older plants and have barbs on the stems. Leafles are "revolute" - cupped on the underside. Stems can be twelve to sixteen feet thick in decades. Male and female cones are quite different, as with all species of this genus. Male cones look like a corn cob without the kernals. Females are a scrambled clump of "tan leaflets" without any emerging structure. You need both sexes to get viable seeds. I'd estimate that there are well over a million plants of this species in gardens worldwide. It tolerates full sun in coastal areas but not in desert climates (where it needs sun protection). Cold tolerance is perhaps as low as 16 degrees F - certainly into the high teens. It can also be grown as a houseplant when smaller and is ideal for a patio plant.

We have a reasonable assortment of 15g and 25g plants that came from a private garden. We were told that they were at least 25 years old. Some are larger than others. The 15g are in the first two rows of photos below and the larger 25g follow. The smaller 15g have a caudex of about ten inches and the tallest (oldest) 25g have thick caudexes with about 18 inches vertical height. These are sun grown outdoors. We're putting this species on Ten Day Special. These plants were dug and potted up over two years ago. All are sturdy and healthy cycads.

TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE - YOUR CHOICE - $450
TEN DAY SPECIAL 25 GALLON SIZE - YOUR CHOICE - $650

These are definitely under-market prices for old specimens. Many are too big for mail order. If you would like to purchase any, please call first as these are in our growing grounds.

SCHEFFLERA TREE
UMBRELLA TREE

MEDIUM SIZED MATURE - GREEN LEAVES
SPECIAL LARGE & FULL 25 GALLON

There are two types of Schefflera. On is a larger tree with larger leaves. The other type is a dwarf with small leaves and leaflets. The plant shown here is an "in-betweeners". It's 8 to 10 feet tall n the pot and quite wide - 6 to 8 feet. It's an ideal tree for privacy and can be shaped and trimmed liberally. I'd anticipate a mature height of about 15 feet. It takes full sun and is cold hardy well into the mid to lower 20's F. We only have a few available. The first two garden photos show the larger species Schefflera actinophylla. The last photo is c/o Clemson University website.

REGULAR PRICE 25G $500
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $445

FURCRAEA MACDOUGALII
THE TREE FURCREA

INTERESTING MEDIUM SIZED, SUN LOVING TREE
BLUE-GREEN FOLIAGE - WATER CONSERVING

TEN DAY SPECIAL VERY NICE AND LARGE 15 GALLON SIZE

This species is a stunning member of the Agave family. It is known as the tallest Agave and is native only to a small area Oaxaca, Mexico. There it lives in hot, dry scrubland. Overall height in the wild gets to twenty feet, although plants in cultivation often flower at a height of about ten feet. Leaves are blue-green in color, very fleshy and stiff, and pointed upwards. They are also thick and firm with small spines along their margins. When old dead leaves are cleaned from the trunk, it is very cool looking. When this species flowers, a huge upright flower up to twenty feet emerges. Initially there are white flowers and these are followed by a large number of "bubils" that fall to the ground and are the means of propagation. The mother plant then dies. Cold tolerance from reports is about 22 degrees F. It is a full sun plant. The 15g plants on sale are ten years old and quite large for their pots (about the same as other nursery's 24 inch box). The garden photo is by GardenWorldImages website.

REGULAR PRICE BAND OLD 15G PLANTS $250
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $200

These plants are getting too tall for mail order.

FARFUGIUM JAPONICUM VAR GIGANTEUM
VARIEGATED GIANT LEOPARD LIGULARIA

YELLOW POLKADOTS ON GREEN LEAVES
LARGE, LILY-LIKE LEAVES
TEN DAY SPECIAL HARD TO FIND 2 & 5 GALLON PLANTS

For years we've been selling the regular Ligularia but just got in a small number of the giant Leopard form. This species has larger green leaves with yellow splotches. It is native to Japan. Plant height mature is about 2 feet. If they get dry, the leaves will droop but respond quickly to water. Blossoms are yellow in the Fall. You have to keep snails away from them. They'll take full or part sun along the coast and want filtered light far inland. Cold hardiness is into the mid-twenties or lower. Ok for zone 7. This variegated variety of Ligularia is difficult to find. Five gallon size is shown below.

REGULAR PRICE 2 GALLON $85
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $65

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $120
SALE PRICE 5 GALLON $85

(Note: Limited availability both sizes)

Remember: Mention this Special at the time of purchase. These can be mail ordered in a larger box.

AUSTRALIAN TREE FERN
CYATHEA COOPERI

FAST GROWING, CAN GET TALLER
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE

The Australian Tree Fern in native to several areas on the eastern side of Australia. It is a faster growing tree fern that can get to a height of over forty feet. The two photos from my garden in San Diego show potential height. I have several with twenty-five feet of trunk. I'm about 8 miles from the ocean and they take my sun fairly well. Trunks can get up to twelve inches thick although most are more thin. This species is a bigger alternative to the Tasmanian Tree Fern and has a thicker trunk and longer leaves. It tolerates coastal sun or part day sun. It is cold hardy into the upper twenties or lower. It’s fairly fast growing and one just needs to keep up on the water. If it goes downhill it’s almost always lack of water. Otherwise it’s quite easy to grow.

REGULAR PRICE 15G $195
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15G $175

Mention this special when you purchase. The 15g size is shown in the first six photos.

REX BEGONIA - FIREWOMAN
UNUSUAL MULTI-COLORED LEAVES

NICE COMPANION PLANT
TEN DAY SPECIAL 1 GALLON SIZE

Begonia are a very large class of plants, sometimes used in the garden and patio but also as houseplants. There are about 1500 different species or hybrids. This particular variety – Rex Begonia Firewoman - is different and very colorful. Leaves show prominent pink/red color with silver and purple bands. But they are not the easiest Begonia to grow. Leaves have a crinkled texture. They like filtered light with soil that is slightly damp but not soggy. It’s usually said that this species is for zones 10 and 11. We’ve found they can go down to almost a freeze. These plants have will have smaller pink blossoms in summer.

TEN DAY SPECIAL 1 GALLON $30

Mention this Special for your discount

MONDAY, 13 MARCH, 2023

PHOTOS OF ASSORTED TROPICAL PLANTS
FAIRCHILD TROPICAL GARDEN - MIAMI, FL

INTERESTING AND UNUSUAL SPECIES

Several years ago my wife and I visited Fairchild Tropical Garden in Miami, Florida. This is a large and public tropical garden that contains literally thousands of exotic and rare plants. It specializes in palm trees but also has a vast assortment of cycads, tropical plants, Aroids, tropical trees and countless delights for the plant enthusiast. It's as must if you ever visit the area. Presented in random order below are some photos of what we saw. All are labeled according to their identification by FTG. I hope you enjoy this presentation.

Exotic Anthurium species	Livistona concinna	Pseudophoenix sargentii
Monstera deliciosa	Astrocaryum mexicana	Coccorthrinax crinita leaf
Ceratoz.europohyllidia leaf	Bismarckia nobilis	Pentagonia macrophylla
Licuala grandis leaf	Microcycas calocoma	Satakentia liukiensis
Coccothrinax species	Coccothrinax crinita trunk	Cryosophila williamsonii
Hyphanae dichotoma	Roystonea species	Kerriodoxa elegans
Licuala grandis	Delonix floribunda	Phoenix loureiroi var. loureiroi
Alcantarea imperialis	Cycas ophiolitica	Cycas thouarsii
Livistona marie	Heliconia blossom	Base of Pandanus species
Fruit of Pandanus species	Pachypodium lameri	Leaf Imprint in Concrete Step

ALOCASIA "BLACK STEM
UNDERSTORY EXOTIC COMPANION PLANT

SUPER COOL BLACK STEMS
LIMITED NUMBERS

From a private grower we have gotten in this really impressive Alocasia that struck my fancy. It has super dark, essentially black stems. And, the black continues up into the leaf on the underside veins. We tried one outdoors about two months ago - sort of an experiment to see how it would do with winter. And, it had no damage with our low this year at 34 degrees F. So, I got the last two or three to offer to customers. These are in 5g pots and stand about four feet tall. I anticipate it'll be an understory plant with filtered light. I suspect a freeze would damage them. Although just a guess, I'd say mature height will be about six feet. No one knows presently the species name of this plant. As mentioned, this variety is available only for a short time and in very limited number.

COCONUT QUEEN PALM
ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL WHEN MATURE
NEAR IMPOSSIBLE TO FIND

MEDIUM HEIGHT – SYAGRUS HYBRID
TEN DAY SPECIAL SUN READY BOX SIZED PLANTS

This interesting hybrid originated in Thailand by a grower and propagator of rare palms. It is a cross between the common Queen Palm and an unusual type of palm from the same genus, Syagrus schizophylla. The offspring have proven to be quite beautiful and have good cold tolerance. These will be a medium sized palm. The trunk will be thinner than the normal Queen and the overall size will be less. The attached photos of near mature plants show how pretty it is. And, that they are not overly tall. Note that they do not resemble what we all know as the Queen Palm. Some say they seem more to resemble a Coconut Palm. This hybrid likes full sun, is a medium rate grower and has a cold hardiness estimated to be in the low 20's F. Mature height should be about 25 feet. For those who want the fluffy appearance of the Queen Palm without the large size, this palm is perfect for you. Be aware, these are extremely difficult to find and are presently in super short supply.

We’re putting huge 24 inch boxes on sale. They are about 10 - 12 feet tall in their box. This hybrid likes full sun, is a medium rate grower. We have what may be the last three plants in this area.

REGULAR PRICE 24 INCH BOX $750
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $675

The 9th photo is by J.I.

DYPSIS PLUMOSA
THIN TRUNK PALM FROM MADAGASCAR

FLUFFY LEAVES – SILVER CROWN SHAFT
TOLERATES SUN ALONG TH COAST
TEN DAY SPECIAL NICE 15 GALLON PLANT

This single trunk, crown shafted pinnate palm comes from Madagascar. It is a medium size palm with a narrow trunk and plumose leaves. Trunk diameter is four to six inches. The trunk color is silver-green and it has prominent rings. Leaflets are narrow and green in color. The ends of the leaves curve downwards. We have been growing this species for over two decades and found it to be a reliable grower. When young the trunk is much thinner but fattens up with age. It is quite cold tolerant, down into the mid to low 20's F. It's growth rate is good. It likes full sun in most areas. We are offering very tall 15 gallon plants on sale. The plant shown below is about 12 feet tall – twice the height of most comparable 15g plants. We do have some multiples which tend to be shorter. As you can see, they are very tall and too big to ship by UPS.

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON THIS SIZE $250
DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $225

HEDYSCEPE CANTERBURYANA
FROM LORD HOWE ISLAND

SILVER CROWN SHAFT - SILVER TRUNK
UMBRELLA SHAPED CROWN OF LEAVES
ONE OF PRETTIEST PALM TREES AROUND
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE

We have available some nice 15g plants of Hedyscepe canterburyana. This single trunk palm has a silver crown shaft, silver trunk (in shade) with prominent rings. It is native to medium elevations in the mountains of Lord Howea Island (home of the Kentia Palm). It is single trunk. Mature height is about 20 feet. They fruit here and seeds are large and red in color. Along our coast here it takes full sun but also does well in part day sun or strong filtered light. Trunks are beefier in sun. Cold tolerance is about 25 degrees. When folks see this plant in person, most agree it is one of the most desirable palms around. We are putting our 15g size on special - shown in first six photos. This size is about seven years old. Yes, they are slow growing! We only have a few left this size.

REGULAR PRICE 15G $250
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON $225

Remember: Mention this Special for this discount.

CHAMAEDOREA ARENBERGIANA
SINGLE TRUNK UNDERSTORY PALM WITH WIDE LEAFLETS

MEDIUM HEIGHT MATURE - PROMINENT TRUNK RINGS
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE

This single trunk species is from Mexico and Central America. It is pinnate like other Chamaedoreas with a trunk diameter of an inch or a bit more. The leaves a five feet long with wide leaflets and prominent drip tips. It prefers moist but good draining soil. The trunks are dark green and prominent trunk rings are present. Mature height is about 12 feet. Low temperatures tolerated are about to a freeze and this species likes filtered light. A photo below shows the unusual clustering of seeds on a female flower attached to the trunk below the leaves. These seeds are green and have not yet turned color. These 15g are currently larger than shown below.

REGULAR PRICE 15G $245
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $225

CHAMAEDOREA TEPEJILOTE
SINGLE TRUNK, TALL
SHADE-LOVING PINNATE PALM

DARK GREEN RINGED TRUNK
OFTEN GROWN AS A "MULTIPLE"
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15G SIZE

This single trunk pinnate palm is native to areas extending from southern Mexico down to Columbia. They are often grown for food as the male blossoms are cooked and eaten as a delicacy. This species doesn't take sun here - it'll burn. But, in shade it thrives in temperatures down to the mid-twenties F. It is quick growing and has a rather thick, prominently ringed dark green trunk. Flowers are quite prominent and, if you have several plants closely situated, the chances are you'll obtain fruit without even trying. One photo shows a flower with green fruit.

This species can also be grown inside the home as long as the air is not too hot and dry. I personally like the looks of a collection of several plants grown together. Over time, as they age and get overhead, there will be some "stair-stepping" of the crowns and this is quite attractive. Cold tolerance outside is into the mid-twenties F. It needs filtered light, even when tall. We have singles and some multiples in our 15 gallon size which we are putting on sale. They are very nice and really too big for mail order. For the latter folks, get our 5 gallon size.

REGULAR PRICE 15G $245
TEN DAY SPECIAL $225

Just mention this Special for your discount.

CHAMAEDOREA BENZIEI
RARE SINGLE TRUNK CHAMAEDOREA
LIKE C. RADICALIS ON STEROIDS!

NEAR IMPOSSIBLE TO FIND
15 GALLON SIZE NOW AVAILABLE AND ON 10 DAY SPECIAL

I have not shown this species that often because it's rarely available and very difficult to find - either plants or seeds. It is native to Mexico at high elevations near Chiapas. It is a single trunk, understory palm that has sort of a thick trunk up to 1.5 or 2 inches. The flowers are reminiscent of Chamaedorea radicalis as they shoot high into the foliage. Its overall appearance is also similar to the trunking radicalis but with bigger leaves, wider leaflets and a thicker trunk. It gets up to about 10 to 15 feet. It grows in filtered light and seems to be cold hardy into the mid-twenties at least. Right on the coastline, some have grown it in full sun. We have a limited number of 15 gallons available (first six photos) that we're putting on Special. These can be mail ordered but would require a large box to ship. Please appreciate that this is a super rare species and is seldom offered for sale.

REGULAR PRICE 15G $235
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15G $215

Remember: Mention this Special for your discount.

BUTIA CAPITATA BLUE
EASY TO GROW, NOT TOO TALL
SUPER BLUE COLOR - COLD HARDY

TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE

For about a decade we've been offering this very desirable and sought after variety of Butia that has a nice blue color. Otherwise, it's quite similar to the regular gray-green Pindo Palm. The problem is we always run out of them. To satisfy our customer demand, we recently got in some more of the 15g size. But, there are very limited numbers. We are offering them at one of the best prices we've ever offered. This palm loves full hot sun and can take down to 15 degrees F. So, almost all of you can grow this palm. The row of three palms in the last row are being grown in San Diego, CA, about a half mile from the Bay. These are cold hardy to about 15 degrees and demand full, hot sun.

REGULAR PRICE 15G $195
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $170

Just remember: Mention this Blog Special for your discount. We can easily mail order this size.

COCCOTHRINAX BARBADENSIS
MEDIUM SIZED, NARROW TRUNK
VERY "CUTE PALM" WITH GREEN OR SILVER GREEN LEAVES

TEN DAY SPECIAL NICE 5 GALLON SIZE

We at the nursery are very proud that we offer a good selection of these interesting New World fan palms - Coccothrinax. This species is native to the Caribbean region and gets to heights of about 30 feet in many decades. Leaf color is green to silver-green and trunks are typically six inches thick or a bit more. This species loves full hot sun and is cold tolerant into the mid-twenties F. Many are growing it with good success. In pots, all Coccothrinax are painfully slow. It's taken us about six years to produce the 5g plants you see here. We do have other sizes for sale and multiple other species of this genus. In the ground they are much faster.

REGULAR PRICE 5G $135
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5G SIZE $110

Remember: Mention this Special when you purchase to get this discount.

SERENOA REPENS
SOUGHT AFTER BLUE FORM

SUCKERING, SEMI-DWARF FAN PALM
VERY COLD HARDY, SUN LOVING
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

This suckering fan palm is native to the southeastern gulf states of the U.S. and some adjacent island areas. Native habitats even extend up into the Carolinas. It gets to a mature height of six to eight feet. It loves sun and heat. Leaf color varies from blue to green or somewhere in-between. The plants on sale today are in 5 gallon pots but not overly large. We do have larger, but on this batch are offering a very good price. It is slow growing and has smaller sized leaves. It forms a clump over time. The plants on special are about four years old. Of note, young plants never show blue - but these plants are just showing it. Cold hardiness is into the upper teens F. The last row of photos show plants in gardens or habitat.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $125
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON THIS SIZE $100

Remember: Mention this Blog Special for your discount.

CHAMAEDOREA COSTARICANA
ONE OF THE BEST BAMBOO PALMS

EASY TO GROW - A GREAT INTERIOR PALM
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

This suckering palm species is native to Mexico and Central America. It is one of about four types of "Bamboo Palms" and is probably either the best or in a stiff competition with Chamaedorea hooperiana. This species gets to a mature height of twelve to sixteen feet, has strong 1 inch to 1.5 inch trunks which are green in color with prominent rings, and about three to four foot long leaves. It is an upright grower and does clump. It doesn't run. It takes filtered light or morning sun along the coast. I've even heard of some growing it in full sun although I'd not recommend it. It is a good growing species. Cold hardiness is into the mid to lower 20's F.

Below I'm showing in the first six photos the 5g size which we’re putting on sale. This size can be mail ordered no problem.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $135
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON $115

Remember: Mention this Special for this Blog Only discounted price.

CYPHOPHOENIX ELEGANS
THE ELEGANT PALM

MEDIUM SIZE – THIN TRUNK – CROWN SHAFTED
TEN DAY SPECIAL 2 GALLON SIZE

This species is from New Caledonia in the northern part of the island. It is of similar height to C. nucele and has the same trunk diameter. The crown shaft on C. elegans is slightly more swollen than that of C. nucele. The crown shaft is also more of a green color, but can show silver. The leaflets are thinner and, as you can see, the leaves curve downward as opposed to the stiff, upright leaves of nucele. Another important difference between the two is that the leaves of C. elegans are keeled whereas the leaves of nucele are more flat. Of note, on both species the bare petiole (stem with no leaves) is very short. This helps you identify this genus.

Shown here are our 2 gallon sized plants that I photographed recently. Also shown are lots of photos of mature plants. This species should be started in filtered light and be allowed to grow into some sun if you live along the coast. Inland full sun is too harsh for this species. Cold hardiness is into the mid-twenties F.

REGULAR PRICE 2 GALLON $80
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $70

Remember to mention this Special to get this price. Limited numbers available. The 2g size is shown in the first five photos.

ARCHONTOPHOENIX PURPUREA
THE PURPLE CROWN SHAFT KING PALM

VERY BEAUTIFUL - GOOD GROWER
TEN DAY SPECIAL LARGE 1 GALLON SIZE

The native home of Archontophoenix purpurea is the Mt. Lewis mountain range in Queensland, Australia. This species is known for the purple color to the crown shaft. It is found at an elevation up to 4000 feet. Mature height is quoted to be over fifty feet, but in habitat and culture I didn't see one this tall. Cold hardiness is about 25 degrees F. It takes full coastal sun. The degree of purple in the crown shaft is variable but never "lollipop" purple. The underside of the leaves is silver and there is ramenta hairs only on this side. On younger plants the leaf bases and leaf stem tend to have a yellow color. I'm showing our 5g size (first 4 photos below) which we're putting on a Ten Day Special. These are nicely sized for their pots and either single or multiple (more than one per pot). We also have other sizes. These one gallons are about two feet tall in their pots and can be male ordered.

REGULAR PRICE 1 GALLON $65
TEN DAY SPECIAL 1 GALLON $55

Remember to mention this Blog Only Special when you purchase to get this discount.

ARCHONTOPHOENIX BEATRICAE
AN UNUSUAL TYPE OF KING PALM

SILVER BACKS TO THE LEAFLETS – GREEN CROWN SHAFT
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE

Common Name(s):  Alexandra King Palm, Alexandra Palm, the Alex Palm
Native Locality:  Northern and Central Queensland, Australia, both along the coast and inland
Overall Height:  70 to 80 feet in habitat but usually up to 40 feet in domestic gardens in sun
Trunk Diameter:  12 inches, sometimes swollen at the bottom. Young trunks brown, older gray
Leaf Length:  6 to 10 feet
Leaflets:  Color dark to grass green, silver on the underside
Crown Shaft Color:  Olive green, sometimes a bit brown mixed in. Slight bulge at bottom occasionally
Presence of Ramenta:  Absent
Flower Color:  White or near white
Seed Size:  1/2 inch
Other Comments:  This species holds a nice large crown of leaves with a tall, gray colored straight trunk. There is a possible sub-species, that I will discuss below

REGULAR PRICE BAND SIZE $50
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZDE $50

Remember: mention this Special to get your discount when you purchase. The last photo shows a naturalized colony of this species on the Big Island, the Island of Hawaii.

DYPSIS DECARYI
THE TRIANGLE PALM

MEDIUM MATURE HEIGHT
THREE SIDED CROWN SHAFT – LOVES HOT SUN
TEN DAY SPECIAL LARGE BAND SIZED PLANTS

This Madagascar palm is known as the "Triangle Palm" because the crown shaft has three flat sides. It gets to a mature height of about 22 feet in 3 decades. It loves heat and sun. Leaves are a gray-green color and there is prominent speckling in the inner crown with dark colors. It is slow growing. It has a cold tolerance of about 24 degrees F. Be aware that this palm doesn’t do well in shade and doesn’t want to be shaded out by overhead trees. The band sized seedlings are quite large for their pots and need to be repotted into a 5 gallon container. Easy to mail order.

REGULAR PRICE BAND SIZE $55
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $47.50

Mention this Blog Only Special at the time of purchase. We also have 5g, 15g and 25g plants available

SABAL PALMETTO
THE PALMETTO PALM

MEDIUM SIZED GREEN FAN PALM
FAIRLY COLD HARDY
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE

This medium to large fan palm is native to the United States and an assortment of Caribbean islands including Cuba. It's native habitat extends as far north as North Carolina. It is amazingly salt tolerant. In Florida you can see it right up into the coastal dunes. I've seen plants just a few feet from the bay at Tampa Bay and thriving. Mature height is about 25 feet, sometimes taller. Leaves are green in color and this species has a trunk that has old retained leaf bases below the leaves. This is a durable, hardy palm with obvious salt tolerance. It's cold hardiness is into the mid teens F. and it prefers full sun for optimal growth. However, it does tolerate partial shade. Also, it can tolerate desert conditions if given adequate water. Trunks have a "criss-cross" pattern of attached leaf bases. Later the palm sheds these to show a fairly smooth appearing trunk. With my comments above, you'd think there are lots of these available in CA. This is not the case; they are hard to find. Shown are some band sized plants that we germinated 2 years ago. Finally, for those of you displaced from South Carolina, you can bring a little of your state to your present location by growing this palm. Sabal palmetto is your state tree. We can ship one right to your displaced location.

REGULAR PRICE BAND SIZE $55
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE $47.50

DYPSIS PRESTONIANA
SINGLE TRUNK, BEAUTIFUL
A REAL WINNER!

SUPER RARE MADAGASCAR PALM
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE

Discovered by John Dransfield and named after a U.K. executive of Macdonald's Hamburgers (who funded the expedition to Madagascar), this single trunk palm is new to the market, super rare and quite attractive. It has orange-brown leaf bases at the point of trunk attachment, plumose leaves and gets to a height of about 25 to 30 feet. It is single trunked with a medium thickness and prominent rings. It takes full sun in coastal areas and, once established, is a good growing palm. Shown here are our band sized seedlings. On occasion we have larger sizes for sale. These are easy to ship. Growers tell us that this species takes temperatures into the mid-20's F. I know of several enthusiasts who live in cool areas and now have fruiting specimens of this species. It is an excellent grower.

REGULAR PRICE BAND SIZE $65
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE $55

Remember: Mention this Blog Special for this price. Easy to mail order. Habitat photo c/o TS at RPS.

ENCEPHALARTOS PAUCIDENTATUS
MEDIUM TO LARGE RARE SOUTH AFRICAN CYCAD

UPRIGHT GREEN LEAVES
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE SEEDLINGS

This cycad is native to Swaziland, northern South Africa. It is known as one of the most attractive of all the green cycads. It does great in Southern California but is rare and hard to find. New leaves tend to be upright. Most pronounced is the "frost" appearance of leaves as shown below. This is from small hairs on the leaflets. It makes a medium to large mature specimen. Mature size can be over fifteen feet with 6 to 10 foot green leaves. Leaflets are armed. Along the coast it’ll take full sun. Far inland I’d recommend limited sun. Cold tolerance is down to the low 20’s F.

REGULAR PRICE BAND SIZE THIS SPECIES $85
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE $65

Below I'm showing photos of a large specimen at the nursery

ENCEPHALARTOS ARENARIUS - BLUE VARIETY
RARE SOUTH AFRICAN CYCAD

MEDIUM SIZE MATURE - LIKES COASTAL SUN
STUNNING BLUE LEAVES
TEN DAY SPECIAL NICE 5 GALLON PLANTS

Encephalartos arenarius is from the coastal dunes and forest close to Alexandria in the Eastern Cape. This species is small to medium in mature size. Leaf length can range from one to two meters (i.e. three to six feet approximately) depending on cultivar and exposure to sun. Like many of the Encephalartos from the Eastern Cape, this species is variable in color, size and leaf type. E. arenarius can range in color from a dull green to a powdery white color (bearing a likeness to E. horridus).

The plants we are putting on special are the blue type. To get this color they will want full sun or an ample amount of sun. It prefers a well draining soil. Speed of growth of this cycad is good. You could expect to have a nice garden sized plant from these 5 gallon plants in about five to seven years. Caudex size of the plants on sale is approximately 2 inches. They all have six to seven leaves or more and are four to five years old. These are showing a bit of their blue color already at this stage and not in sun – so you’ll get blue. Easy to mail order. I’m also showing a garden plant and several larger nursery plants.

REGULAR PRICE THESE FIVE GALLON $300
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE 5 GALLON $260

Remember to mention this Blog Special for your discount when you order. This size is easy to mail order.

ENCEPHALARTOS HILDEBRANDTII
LARGE SIZED GREEN CYCAD

UPRIGHT LEAVES – GOOD GROWER
TEN DAY SPECIAL CITRUS POT SIZE.

This species has a fairly wide distribution in the coastal regions of Kenya, Tanzania, Zanzibar Island (Tanzania) and into northern Mozambique. Its habitat consists of rocky, sandy soil in dry coastal forest and bush. This is a large sized species. Leaves can reach three meters in length. Over many centuries, stems become quite wide and can reach six meters or more! This species can produce basal suckers, but this is not very common. This is a fast growing cycad. Crowns tend to stay erect, though can become wide with full crowns. Leaflets and petioles are armed with sharp spines, though the leaflets have some flex to them. This species is moderately rare among Encephalartos, but is quite rare in cultivation. It is tolerant of coastal full sun, but look better in partial sun. For inland areas, I recommend this plant for partial sun or shade. This plant is great for established gardens with canopy, or gardens with shade. This is a fast growing species and requires space. It will make a large showy plant and will enhance the tropical look of any garden in the right application! The citrus pot size we’re offering on special have caudexes of about 4.5 inches - see first five pictures below. They are ready to go into the garden or be repotted. Mail order possible, weather permitting. The citrus pot size is shown in the first five photos followed by a 15 gallon larger plant

REGULAR PRICE THIS SIZE CITRUS POT $450
DAY SPECIAL CITRUS POT THIS SAME SIZE $375

ZAMIA FISCHERI
AKA ZAMIA VASQUEZII

DWARF GREEN MEXICAN CYCAD
CONES AT A SMALL SIZE - NEVER OVER 3 TO FOUR FEET TALL
TEN DAY SPECIAL CIT POT SIZE
This is small Mexican cycad with stems typically under one foot tall in size and leaves green in color and up to three feet long, sometimes shorter. It usually holds about five or so leaves, sometimes more. It is a variable species and leaflets can be lanceolate or wedge shaped. Leaflets are quite thin in texture and have soft spines on the margins. Overall, this species has a "fern-like" appearance and would not be considered spiny. The names "vasquezii" replaced the more commonly known name of "fischeri" in the past fifteen years or so.

The two plants shown here in the first two rows below are eight to ten years old. One is a female in cone (illustrated). I am also showing (last row) two super robust garden specimens.

REGULAR PRICE CIT POT THIS SPECIES $295
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $265

Remember: Mention this Special for your discounted price!

PANDANUS UTILUS
THE SCREW PINE

THE BEST AND ONE OF THE FEW PANDANUS GOOD FOR THIS AREA
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON PLANTS

Pandanus utilus is called the Screw Pine but is not a pine at all. It's actually a monocot (similar to palms) and native to Madagascar, the Mauritius Islands and some surrounding areas. It gets it's name by the arrangement of leaves which come off the trunk in spiraling fashion, always the same direction. Thus, the leaves spin off at different angles in a swirl. Leaves are rather thin and have spines along the margins. The trunk on this species is quite amazing. It forms aerial roots (sausage like) that come to the ground for stability. Trunks fork and form multiple heads of leaves. Trunks can also be quite smooth, almost snakeskin-like. It has large fruit clusters that are bigger than grenades. But, it is a dioecious species and you need a male and female plant to set viable seeds. Leaf color is green with a sheen of blue. Overall height is variable, but old specimens can easily be over thirty feet tall with lots of branches. It takes sun or part sun. Cold tolerance is probably in the mid-twenties F. We are offering only a few 15g as shown that we have in stock. This is an extremely rare species to find for sale.

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON $225
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON $195

Just mention this blog special when purchasing to get this price. The only other Pandanus that we’ve had luck with is P. furcatus, which we don’t have available. All the other species have failed for us outdoors.

ENSETE VENTICOSUM "MAURELII"
THE RED BANANA

LARGE SINGLE TRUNK TROPICAL PLANT
RED COLOR TO FOLIAGE
TEN DAY SPECIAL ONE AND FIFTEEN GALLON GALLON SIZES
On sale are nice one gallon plants of the Red Banana, Ensete ventricosum mauerlii. This is a quick growing tropical plant that can get to ten to fifteen feet tall and grows in full coastal sun. Leaves are green with prominent red to both the dorsal and ventral sides. Trunks are at least 18 inches thick and leaves are fleshy and soft - typical of bananas and Ensete. It does not be edible fruit. Cold hardiness is down to about a freeze. Colder weather damages the leaves in winter. This is a fast growing plant but typically only lives for 5 to 7 years before flowering and dying. The garden photo is by Linda Cochran. We're putting our nice 15g on Special as well as juvenile 1 gallon (first and second row of photos). The 1 gallon should be easy to mail order. You'll note that the larger 15g plants show the red leaves a lot more.

REGULAR PRICE FIFTEEN GALLON $195
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $175

REGULAR PRICE 1 GALLON $45
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $35

PAVONIA MULTIFLORA
BRAZILIAN CANDLES
RED BLOSSOMS IN SHADE!

AND, BLOSSOMS ALL YEAR LONG!
TEN DAY SPECIAL ONE GALLON SIZE

In the past I introduced you to this interesting and super rare plant from Brazil. This species in unique because it grows in the shade, never gets over about eight feet tall, blossoms in the shade and never stops blossoming. Yes, in the dead of winter you'll see red blossoms. And, these trees are prolific. When mature, these trees will have twenty to thirty blossoms year-round. This species is an open appearing plant with foliage and blossoms at the ends of its small trunks. Blossom size is two to three inches in length. Pictures here show them quite well. This species is also very difficult to find. The plants on sale are starter plants. But, grow them on. It’s well worth it.

TEN DAY SPECIAL ONE GALLON $35

Just mention this Blog Only Special for your discount when you purchase. Of note, small plants should blossom by spring but it’ll take five years or more to get an overhead wide tree. Previous larger plants at the nursery shown below as well.

MUSA ZEBRINA
AKA MUSA ACUMINATA ZERBRINA
A NON-FRUITING ORNAMENTAL BANANA

TOP OF LEAF - RED BLOTCHES ON GREEN
BOTTOM OF LEAF - MAROON
TEN DAY SPECIAL FIVE GALLON PLANTS

The plants I'm showing here are a non-edible fruiting type of ornamental Banana known as Musa zebrina in the Musa acuminata group. The name “sumatrana” is sometimes used as a reference. Like most Bananas, it does sucker. This species is used for its ornamental value – either in the garden (where it gets six to eight feet tall) or in a container (where it gets to 3 to 5 feet tall). It has light green leaves with attractive purple splotches and maroon underside. See photos below. It does produce purple fruit but these are not edible because of fiber or seeds. It'd want full sun outdoors (along the coast) and should be cold tolerant well into the mid-twenties F. Some are also growing it as an indoor plant. We're putting our five gallon plants on sale. See photos below.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $95
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON $75

These can be mail ordered. The first six photos show our 5 gallon size.

TRICOLOR NEOROGELIA BROMELIAD
GREEN, WHITE AND PINK

EASY COLOR FOR THE GARDEN
OR NICE INTERIOR PLANT
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS VARIETY

Neorogelia are one of our favorite types of Bromeliads. This is because you get color without the need for waiting to see a blossom. Typically, the mother plant lasts for about a year and then dies off. But, you then get several small pups forming from the base of the plant and the cycle repeats itself. So, over time, you'll have a large cluster of many plants. Most Neorogelia like shade although some will take some sun. This species has a pink flush on top of variegated white leaves. We have many attractive Neorogelia for sale. In the last row of photos below I'll show a few other types and also some garden pictures of bromeliads in the 3rd & 4th rows.

TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS PLANT SIZE $45 - AS SHOWN BELOW -
LARGER CLUSTERS $75 NOT SHOWN HERE

PURPLE-BLACK LARGER BROMELIAD
NEOROGELIA MOPEPPA

GOOD FOR FILTERED LIGHT OR SUN ALONG THE COAST
LARGER SIZE NEOROGELIA
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

This is a desirable and colorful Bromeliad that does well in the garden. It also gets quite wide with a two foot span leaftip to leaftip. But, it doesn't get very tall. Color is as blackish purple color with hints of red. Like all Bromeliads, after it flowers it produces pups and, in a couple of years, you have a good sized clump. It is difficult to find. In coastal areas, it'll take some sun. If you are further inland, figure strong filtered light will work. We're putting 5 gallon size on Sale.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $95
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $80

FRIDAY, 10 MARCH, 2023

BEST CYCAD SPECIES FOR SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

AND MANY OTHER STATES
EASY TO READ
LOTS OF SPECIES & PICTURES

COVERS MOST OF THE SOUGHT-AFTER SPECIES
CULTURAL INFORMATION INCLUDED

Click on link to right to read

READ CYCADS FOR SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Encephalartos princeps
Encephalartos arenarius

Macrozamia communis
Cycas panzhihuaensis

CHAMAEDOREA CATARACTARUM
THE CAT PALM

A SEMI-DWARF CLUSTERING PALM
DOES BEST IN LESS THAN FULL SUN
GETS TO SIX FEET TALL

This species of palm has been sold under the name "Cat Palm", which is an abbreviation for "cataractarum". For Chamaedoreas and in the past, it was fairly easy to find. Nowadays it's very difficult to find, especially with mature size as shown here. It is a clustering palm that gets six feet tall. It really doesn't form any trunk. It likes water as it has a native habitat near river beds. It is cold hardy into the mid 20's F. and I'd recommend, at most, a few hours of sun or filtered light. It is native to the southern areas of Mexico and possibly into areas of Central America. With less than adequate water it tends to look scrappy. At the nursery, we offer mostly large plants, either 10 or 15 gallon size. They typically are suckering with a near mature height.

CERATOZAMIA MIQUELIANA
AN EXTREMELY RARE MEXICAN CYCAD

WIDER GREEN TO BLUE-GREEN LEAFLETS
SMALL TO MEDIUM MATURE SIZE
SPECTACULAR FILTERED LIGHT GARDEN CYCAD

We are pleased to show you a great example of this species. Shown below is a recently acquired 20 gallon specimen that is a female in cone. It has a classical appearance (described below) and came from a private collection. The plant I’m showing has already sold. But, I thought you’d like to see it. Ceratozamia miquelianana is a small to medium sized cycad species from the Veracruz area of Mexico. It is best known for its wide leaflets and attractive, tropical appearance. Also, newly emerging leaves are a powder blue-green color. The caudex is usually not more than 8 inches across; height can be up to three feet but is typically much shorter. Leaves are three to five feet long, Leaflets are wide for the genus, sometimes over 2.5 inches wide but more typically a bit less than this. This is a filtered light species and usually gets yellow-green in full sun. Thus, it is best to grow it in filtered light. Cold tolerance is into the mid to low 20's F. This species is difficult to find, especially with any size. We sold this plant the same day it arrived.

BURRETIOKENTIA HAPALA
A GREAT NEW CALEDONIAN PALM FOR SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

SUPER ATTRACTIVE CROWN SHAFTED PALM
TEN DAY SPECIAL FIFTEEN GALLON SIZE

Among palm enthusiasts, almost any species from New Caledonia is sought after. This species falls into that group. It is a crown shafted palm with a rather thin trunk of about eight inches that gets to a height of approximately 25 to 30 feet. It has an intriguing brown color to the stems and crown shaft area. It does not have the stripes you'd see with the Burretiokentia vieilllardii. Cold tolerance is about 25 degrees F, or perhaps a bit less. So, it's comparable to a King Palm. If you can grow a King, you can grow this species. One of the keys to culture is not letting the ground it's in go dry. This species, like Chambeyronia, responds to water. Shown below is our fifteen gallon size that I'm putting on special. I'd recommend morning sun, a few hours of mid-day sun, or bright filtered light. It's a great species to grow.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON SIZE $245
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON $225

Remember: Mention this Special for you discount.

DICTYOSPERMA ALBUM VAR RUBRUM
PRINCESS PALM, HURRICANE PALM

MEDIUM HEIGHT - CROWN SHAFT – THIN TRUNK
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE

This is a somewhat rare, collector type of palm that would be attractive in almost any coastal or near-coastal garden. Native to the Mascarene Islands, this thin trunked, crown shafted palm gets to a height of about 25 feet. This variety is called "rubrum" because of the red color that is present on the stems and on juvenile leaflets. One photo shows this below. The leaves are green, arching and without any spines. Growth rate is medium. This is a coastal sun or part day sun species with a cold tolerance in the upper twenties F. I've had one in my garden for years in San Diego.

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON $235
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $210

Just mention this Blog Special when ordering to get this price.

CHAMAEDOREA WOODSONIANA
TALL, THICK TRUNK, BEAUTIFUL GREEN PINNATE PALM

DOES BEST IN SHADE – STUNNINGLY BEAUTIFUL
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE

This is a very large, single trunk species that is native to a long range, spanning from Mexico into the northern parts of South America. It is very sought after by enthusiasts and is known as one of the tallest of all Chamaedoreas - reaching heights of possibly over forty feet. The trunk has a prominent crownshaft and is four inches thick or more. It's leaves are four to five feet long with a prominent petiole. Leaf color is a deep green and, in cross section, the leaves are slightly keeled. In Southern California, this species prefers shade or a bit of sun. It has been said that this species cannot take a freeze. More recent reports suggest this species can tolerate temperatures into the upper 20's F. It is known to be growing in the San Francisco Bay area. It is a quick grower and sometimes the base of the trunk is swollen. Shown is our 15g size on sale. We have limited numbers available.

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON $255
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE $235

Note: We only have a few available and they’ll be gone soon.

DYPSIS LANCEOLATA
NATIVE TO COMORO ISLANDS
USUALLY A SUCKERING PALM

DESIRABLE PALM FROM THE COMOROS
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE

This suckering palm species from the Comoro Islands near Madagascar is ideal for filtered light. It produces stems about three inches in diameter and typically gets to a height of about fifteen feet in many years. It usually does sucker but, in my experience, has a limited number of trunks. Sometimes plants remain single trunk. The crown shaft areas of large plants often shown an assortment of colors including silver, brown and green. Leaflets are wide and leaves are a bit keeled. It has prominent rings on the trunk. Shown here are 15 gallon plants on special. We do have other sizes not on sale. Figure cold tolerance is into the mid to upper 20's F. This species is not for full sun far inland. Filtered light is preferred. Cold hardness is into the upper twenties F. or lower.

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON $250
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON $225

CRYOSOPHILA STAURACANTHA
SMALL TO MEDIUM SIZED TROPICAL FAN PALM

SILVER UNDERSIDE TO THE LEAVES
MODIFIED SPINES ON TRUNK
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

This single trunk fan palm is native to Southern Mexico and parts of Central America. It can get up to a height of 25 feet but most garden specimens are under 15 feet. Two things are quite noteworthy: First, the undersides of the leaves are a silver-white. A picture below of a nursery plant shows this. Secondly, the trunk is narrow and covered with "modified" spines. They are not real sharp and are not true spines. The dorsal side of the leaves is green. This palm likes strong filtered light and right on the coast may take part day sun. Cold tolerance is estimated to be in the high 20's F. Growth rate is medium. The garden photo by Tobias Spanner shows a near mature tree. You have to have an overhead crown of leaves to really see the silver color. The last photo is a 15g plant at the nursery.

REGULAR 5 GALLON $135
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE $115

Remember to mention this Special for your discount when you purchase. Our 5g size are probably bigger presently than shown.

BISMARCKIA NOBILIS
BLUE SINGLE TRUNK FAN PALM FROM MADAGASCAR

A DEFINITE STATEMENT PALM
THIS SPECIES WANTS SUN AND HEAT!
TEN DAY SPECIAL VERY NICE 15G PLANTS

For several decades we've been growing this stunning blue fan palm from Madagascar. These are the blue form. This palm species loves sun, heat and is cold hardy to the low 20’s F. It doesn’t like the grower to fool with or cut its roots. These cannot be transplanted once established in the garden. They get a husky trunk and probably about 40 feet tall in many decades. This is a very attractive palm and should be given room in the garden to show it off. Many people in desert locations have found they can grow it. Shown below are our 15 gallon sized plants that we’re putting on special. They are sun acclimated and ready to plant.

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON $225
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON $200

Remember: Mention this Special for this price. Of note we also carry the "Green Bismarckia" but the one on sale today is the prominent blue variety.

BISMARCKIA NOBILIS
BLUE SINGLE TRUNK FAN PALM FROM MADAGASCAR

A DEFINITE STATEMENT PALM
TEN DAY SPECIAL GOOD SIZED 5 GALLON PLANTS

SEE DESCRIPTION ABOVE

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $125
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON $105

Remember: Mention this Special for this price. This size is easy to mail order.

HYOPHORBE VERSCHAFELTII
THE SPINDLE PALM

MORE COLD HARDY THAN ITS SISTER, THE BOTTLE PALM
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE
Most of us are familiar with the more common Bottle Palm, Hyophorbe lagenicaulis. Here I’m showing you a better palm for us - the Spindle Palm, Hyophorbe verschafeltii. This species gets a bit taller than the Bottle Palm but still loves full sun and heat. Bottle Palms suffer when they see temperatures of about 38 degrees or lower. I only know of one or two specimens here that have made it to any mature size. In contrast, the Spindle Palm tolerates temperatures almost down to a freeze. Mature heights are about 15 feet or a bit more and there are quite a few mature trees in the San Diego area. Looking at the palm, the best way to tell them apart is “where is the bulge in the trunk?” Bottle palms swell at the very base of the trunk. Above this swollen base they can taper in upwards on the trunk.

The Spindle Palm swells in the mid-trunk as shown below. They are small at the base of the trunk. Also, the Spindle has more yellow overtones to the leaves and stems. The Bottle is more red. Once acclimated to your locality, they usually want full sun. They don’t do well in shade. We have both 15 and 5 gallon plants at the nursery and are putting our 5 gallon size on sale for ten days.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $145
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $125

Remember: Mention this Blog Only Special at the time of purchase to get your discount.

PHOENIX ROEBELENII
THE PYGMY DATE PALM

NATURALLY A SINGLE TRUNK PALM
SALE ON DOUBLE OR TRIPLE PLANTS IN 5 GALLON SIZE

Most people are familiar with this species, the Pygmy Date Palm. It is naturally a single trunks species. But, they are usually sold as "triples" - three individual plants in the same pot - so often, that people think it's a suckering species. And, 99% of plants are sold as a "multiples". Over a few decades, this species can get to a height of over ten feet. They are slow growing. Triples grow slower than singles. This species is a type of Date Palm, so it does have spines on its stems. Growth rate is medium to slow. It likes full sun and is cold hardy to about 22 degrees F. Of note, it is one of the least cold hardy of all the Date Palms. Shown here are some shippable 5 gallon which we’re putting on Special.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $75
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $55

Remember to mention this Special at the time of purchase to get this discounted price.

PTYCHOSPERMA SALOMONENSE
QUICK GROWING, CROWN SHAFTED

SIMILAR TO PTYCHOSPERMA ELEGANS
BUT FASTER GROWING
TEN DAY SPECIAL ONE GALLON SIZE - SINGLES & MULTIPLES

This rare pinnate, crown shafted and thin trunked palm tree is from the Solomon Islands. Most growers comment that this species is very similar appearing to Ptychosperma elegans . It gets a height of up to thirty feet with a four inch thick trunk. Leaves are about five feet long. Leaf color is green. The crown shaft is silver-green. Compared to Ptychosperma elegans, this species is:

faster growing
taller
has wider leaflets
has larger leaves

It is a part day sun species and has a cold tolerance into the mid to upper twenties F. Perhaps one could grow it in full sun right on the coast. It is rarely available. I'm offering nice one gallon sized plants on special for ten days.

REGULAR PRICE ONE GALLON $70
TEN DAY SPECIAL ONE GALLON $60

You must mention this Blog Only Special when ordering to get this discount. These plants should be easy to mail order. Limited availability. Both singles & multiples available. Garden photos c/o Palmpedia, one by Pete in AU.

GAUSSIA GOMEZ-POMPAE
BIGGER AND TALLER THAN GAUSIA MAYA

PINNATE LEAVES, NO CROWN SHAFT
VERY RARE - NEW TO CULTIVATION
TEN DAY SPECIAL HUGE BAND SIZED PLANTS

This is a fairly recently described single trunk pinnate palm is from southern Mexico. There it lives among rugged outcroppings in mountainous areas. Little is known about its domestic culture. It gets to heights of over 30 feet with an 8 to 10 inch thick trunk. It has a clean trunk and no crown shaft. Leaves are green and fairly straight. The mature photos below were taken in Miami, Florida where it seems to be doing fine. I would anticipate that it wont' take temperatures much below a freeze. This is the first time I've offered it for sale. The bands on sale are huge for their pots and need repotting. Best would be into a 5 gallon pot. They are over three feet tall in their pots.

TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS LARGE BAND SIZE $55

BRAHEA BRANDEGEEI
A TALL, QUICK GROWING BRAHEA

GREEN LEAVES, SORT OF WISPY
THIN TRUNK
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE

Rarely do I have this hard to find palm and even more rarely do I put it on special. It's one of the hardest of the Braheas to locate. It can reach heights of over 80 feet and is native to Baja California, Mexico. Trunks are thin. Crowns of leaves are open. Leaf color is typically green as shown here. One of the best places to see this species is in Balboa Park, San Diego, less than a half mile from where I live. It wants full sun, tolerates wind and dry conditions and is a good growing species. Despite its beauty, its a solid grower and a fine addition to any garden. I’m offering band sized seedlings on sale - see first four photos.

REGULAR PRICE BAND SIZE $60
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE $50

It'd be piece of cake to mail order. Remember, mention this Special!

ENCEPHALARTOS AEMULANS
RARE GREEN SOUTH AFRICAN CYCAD

MEDIUM SIZE MATURE - LIKES SUN
TEN DAY SPECIAL OLDER 1.5 GALLON PLANTS

This species is endemic to KwaZulu-Natal province of South Africa. Specifically it is come from one population in the Vryheid district, which it shares with a cultivar of Encephalartos natalensis (Encephalartos natalensis var. Vryheid). Larger specimens are found in full sun, where smaller specimens can be in shade. This is a medium sized species. The leaves on this species get about a meter and a half. Stems can reach a height of approximately three meters over a very long time. As plants mature the leaflets are not as heavily armed as younger specimens. E. aemulans is a moderate grower, but will flush regularly each year. For coastal and inland areas, this species wants to be in sun. Shown below are the band

The plants on sale are huge 1.5 gallon plants - about a 5g size for most nurseries. Caudexes are about 2 inches.

REGULAR PRICE THESE LARGE 1.5 GALLON $125
TEN DAY SPECIAL THESE LARGE 1.5 GALLON $105

Remember, mention this Blog Special for this discounted price.

ENCEPHALARTOS PAUCIDENTATUS
MEDIUM TO LARGE RARE SOUTH AFRICAN CYCAD

UPRIGHT GREEN LEAVES
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE SEEDLINGS

REGULR PRICE BAND SIZE THIS SPECIES $95
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE $75

Below I'm showing photos of a large specimen at the nursery.

ENCEPHALARTOS MUNCHII
A RARE CENTRAL AFRICAN CYCAD

BLUE – GREEN SPINY LEAFLETS
SUPER DIFFICULT TO FIND
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS ACTUAL 15 GALLON PLANT

REGULAR PRICE THIS ACTUAL 15 GALLON CYCAD $525
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS ACTUAL CYCAD $450

ENCEPHALARTOS LEHMANNII
BLUE SOUTH AFRICAN CYCAD FOR SUN

GOOD OFFERING OF 15 GALLON PLANTS
LOVES SUN AND HEAT ALONG THE COAST
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE

This is a popular blue cycad from the Eastern Cape area of South Africa. I say “popular” because some people don't like spines and prickles. The leaflets of this species are narrow with only a point at the end. They are nothing as gnarly as E. horridus. The leaves and crown are very neat and uniform. The nearest species to this one is Encephalartos princeps. Trunks of E. lehmannii can get to five feet, but one with two to three feet of trunk is very old. Leaves average about four feet long and are strongly curled. Sometimes they'll almost do a 180 or more degree re-curve. Leaf color is intensely blue like E. horridus. But, you'll only see this color with full, hot sun. In shade or inside a greenhouse they are often green. Cold hardiness is about 21 to 22 degrees F. In the desert only give it a few hours sun. Next to Encephalartos horridus, this is the second most popular cycad we grow. Shown below is a 15 gallon plant on Special. It has a caudex of 7 inches. We have other that are a bit smaller and less expensive - as well as larger. Most are sun ready. .

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON WITH A 7 INCH CAUDEX $1050
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS ACTUAL PLANT SHOWN $925.

This size can possibly be mail ordered. This caudex size price applies to plants that do not have vertical trunk height. The plant on sale is shown in the first six photos below.

ENCEPHALARTOS LEHMANNII
RARE BLUE SOUTH AFRICAN CYCAD FOR FULL COASTAL SUN
OFFERING OF SIXTY YEAR OLD SPECIMEN CYCAD

A FAVORITE AMONG CYCAD ENTHUSIASTS
TEN DAY SPECIAL SIXTY YEAR OLD PLANT IN 25 GALLON CONTAINER

This is a popular blue cycad from the Eastern Cape area of South Africa. I say “popular” because some people don't like spines and prickles. The leaflets of this species are narrow with only a point at the end. They are nothing as gnarly as E. horridus. The leaves and crown are very neat and uniform. The nearest species to this one is Encephalartos princeps. Trunks of E. lehmannii can get to five feet, but one with two to three feet of trunk is very old. Leaves average about four feet long and are strongly curled. Sometimes they'll almost do a 180 or more degree re-curve. Leaf color is intensely blue like E. horridus. But, you'll only see this color with full, hot sun. In shade or inside a greenhouse they are often green because they are not getting full sun and have lots of humidity. Cold hardiness is about 21 to 22 degrees F. In the desert only give it a few hours sun.

Shown below is an approximately sixty year old E. lehmannii of unknown sex. It came from a private older cycad collection. It's in a 25 gallon container and was dug two years ago. It didn't miss a beat after being dug and has thrown at least two new sets of leaves. The caudex is 16 inches wide and 29 to 30 inches tall. This is probably the largest of this species for sale in the Western U.S. This plant is so big and heavy that it would need professional delivery. I only have one of this size. It is shown in the first seven photos below. The last habitat photot is by M.R.

REGULAR PRICE THIS SIX YEAR OLD SPECIMEN $5425
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS ACTUAL CYCAD SPECIMEN $4750

YUCCA BRIGHT STAR
TRICOLOR, SUN TOLERANT, WATER CONSERBING
DWARF COLOR FOR THE GARDEN

FIRST TIME OFFERED
TEN DAY SPECIAL SQUAT 10 GALLON SIZE

This is a new hybrid succulent that has green, pink and yellow colors. Leaves are strap-like with pointed ends. Mature height is several feet with a spread of about four feet. Because of this they are considered a dwarf succulent. It slowly developes a stout short trunk but never gets very tall. They like full hot sun and can tolerated a freeze. They also require average succulent type watering. We have a limited supply of this hybrid. I've been told this is a difficult plant to find.

TEN DAY SPECIAL SQUAT 10 GALLON $175

YUCCA DESMENTIANA BLUE BOY
PURPLE-BLUE COLOR
ANOTHER COLORFUL DWARF SUCCULENT

MATURE HEIGHT FOUR TO FIVE FEET - WILL SUCKER
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

This colorful dwarf succulent has soft, purple-blue leaves and adds sun-color to the garden. Mature height is four to six feet. It forms trunks that are about six inches thick. Leaves are soft, flexible and arch downwards. It can sucker and form a small cluster of plants. Some trunks may become decumbent, crawling the ground and then arch upwards. It also has white drooping blossoms. It wants full sun and tolerates a freeze. It's a new hybrid and difficult to find. This is the first time we've offered them for sale.

TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON $85

MUSA SUMATRANA ZEBRINA
A NON-FRUITING BANANA ORNAMENTAL BANANA

TOP OF LEAF - RED BLOTCHES ON GREEN
BOTTOM OF LEAF - MAROON
TEN DAY SPECIAL ONE GALLON PLANTS

The plants I'm showing here are a non-fruiting type of ornamental Banana. Like most Bananas, it does sucker and the mature height is six to eight feet. It has light green leaves with attractive purple splotches and maroon underside. See photos below. It'd want full sun outdoors (along the coast) and should be cold tolerant well into the mid-twenties F. Some are also growing it as an indoor plant. We're putting our one gallon on sale. See first six photos below. Also shown below is our 15g size of a similar Banana - Musa sumatana hybrid that looks quite similar to the one on sale. But, these 15 gallon plants will produce fruit. In the garden sumatrana zebrina wants at least half day sun. Cold hardiness is into the mid 20's F.

TEN DAY SPECIAL 1 GALLON $37.50

VARIEGATED SHELL GINGER
NICE 5G SIZE READY FOR THE GARDEN

HANGING WHITE FLOWERS - TOLERATES COASTAL SUN
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

This is a super popular variety of ginger that blossoms in the summer. Blossoms are white with yellow and red throats. Mature height of these plants is six to seven feet. The leaves are prominently variegated with lighter green and yellow. Blossoms are long lived but not fragrant. Blossoms occur during the summer. I think they do best in part day sun although right on the coast folks grow them in full sun. Cold tolerance is one of the better for ginger, probably the mid-twenties F. The last photo shows our 15g size of the green form of this species which is not on sale right now.

REGULAR PRICE 5G SIZE $100
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE $85

Just mention this Blog Special to get your discount.

CRINUM AMABILE - PURPLE LEAF
LARGE CRINUM TYPE LILY - AKA "QUEEN EMMA LILY"

OVERHEAD PURPLE-GREEN LEAVES
EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO FIND
SPECIAL 2 GALLON PLANTS

This Lily is native to all sorts of locations throughout the world including southern Asia, Australia, and Africa. It is known for it's spiraling display of long, heavy substance leaves that are upright and four to six feet long. Their color is green and dark purple. Flowers are white with purple centers and markings. It grows like other Lilies by making offset tubers that make new plants. Expect a mature height of six to seven feet, definitely overhead. As mentioned, they clump and form a great display of foliage. They will not "run" or take over an area. In recent times these have been near impossible to find. But, we have a limited number of 2 gallon that we’re putting on sale. This size is shown below. I’m also showing larger nursery plants (now sold out) and a blossom. We only have several left for sale.

REGULAR PRICE THESE HARD TO FIND 2G $80
TEN DAY SPECIAL 2 GALLON $70

EPIDENDRON ORCHID
PINK BLOSSOM

REEDSTEM TYPE TERRESTRIAL ORCHID
HARD TO FIND PINK-PURPLE COLOR
TEN DAY SPECIAL FIVE GALLON SIZE

The family of Epidendron Orchids are loaded with species/varieties of lots of different colors. These include pink, purple, orange, red, white and yellow. We have an assortment of blossom colors in one to five gallon pots. Shown is a 5 gallon with pink flowers. All sizes and colors are on sale. All are easy to grow. These plants have reed-like stems, most of which will blossom in summer. Leaves are thick and small and plants can be divided in the future to easily add to other areas of the garden. They'll take coastal full sun or strong filtered light. Some sun is needed for flowering. You can plant these right in the soil. They are cold tolerant into the mid-twenties F. BTW, other than the orange blossoming type, call the other colors are difficult to find. You’ll love them in your garden or in a pot. Once again, we'd give a discount on any size or color of these. Shown is a 5 gallon pink. Trust that they are a definite pink although the photos show an orange-pink.

REGULAR PRICE THESE FIVE GALLON $125
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5G $100

The pink 5g are in the first two rows of photos. The last row is of smaller purple.

WEDNESDAY, 8 MARCH, 2023

NEARLY FIFTY DESIRABLE AND DIFFERENT PALMS

THAT MANY OF YOU CAN GROW!
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA STANDOUTS

MOST ARE COASTAL SUN LOVING SPECIES
MOST AVAILABLE AT OUR NURSERY
TEN DAY SPECIAL

Below you will find forty-eight named species or genera of palms that have been successfully grown by many in Southern California. And, there are many more palms that may do well for you but are not shown here. Many of the palms below may also do well in other areas like warmer parts of Northern California, Southern Texas, some Gulf States and Central & South Florida. I've selected a variety of both fan and feather palms. Some are suckering species. These are presented in random order showing a mature specimen so you can see what any give species will look like when large. I hope you enjoy this presentation. We have most of them for sale. To read a more comprehensive presentation with culture information see:

GREAT PALMS FOR THE GARDEN

TEN DAY SPECIAL -
10% OFF REGULAR PRICE
ANY OF THESE PALMS BELOW IN STOCK - ANY SIZE

Dypsis lutescens
Bismarckia nobilis
Roystonea regia

Dypsis leptocheilos
Chamaedorea hooperiana
Pritchardia species

Archontophoenix purpurea
Jubaea chilensis
Livistona chinensis

Caryota gigas
Acoelorrhaphe wrightii
Sabal causiarum

Rhapis humilis
Raenea glauca
Brahea armata

Parajubaea torallyi
Coconut Queen, Syagrus hybrid
Phoenix sylvestris

Howeas forsteriana
Hedyscepe canterburyana
Laccospadix australasica

Arenga engleri
Hyophorbe verschafeltii
Coccothrinax argentata

Dypsis decaryi
Dypsis decipiens
Trithrinax acanthicoma

Chamaedorea tepejilote
Rhopalostylis baueri
Dictyosperma albumm

Howea belmoreana
Chamaedorea costaricana
Phoenix rupicola

Butia capitata
Kentiopsis oliviformis
Chambeyronia hookeri

Pinanga coronata
Rhopalostylis sapida
Chambeyronia macrocarpa

Veitchia arecina
Beccariophoenix species
Archontophoenix alexandrae

Sabal riverside
Dypsis onilahensis
Laccospadix australasica

Burretiokentia koghiensis
Chamaedoerea plumosa
Pritchardia species

ARENGA PINNATA
THE SUGAR PALM

GOOD SIZED 15G AVAILABLE
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE

As many of you know, Arengas are usually suckering palms. But, there are several single trunk species. Arenga pinnata is one of these. It is felt to be native to Indonesia and is a large palm. It is a pinnate palm with a fibrous trunk made from woven fibers. Overall height is forty to fifty feet and the trunk gets to a diameter of two feet. The leaves are held upright and can be over twenty feet long. The leaflets, like all Arenga, has jagged terminal ends.

This is a monocarpic species and will die when the plant flowers. Other suckering Arenga has new trunks to replace dying flowering trunks. But, since this species has only one trunk, like a Caryota it will be gone a few years after the flowers appear. The Sugar Palm is a full sun species with cold tolerance into the mid-twenties F. Shown here is a 15g nursery plant and photos of mature specimens. We also have 5g for sale. Note the woven material on the trunk. It is very interesting to see in person. We are putting nice 15g plants on sale.

REGULAR PRICE 15G $235
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15G $210

Remember to mention this Blog Only Special at the time of purchase for your discount.

TRITHRINAX SCHIZOPHYLLA
THE CARANDILLA PALM

BLUE-GREEN SUCKERING FAN PALM
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15G SIZE

This rare and hard to find species of South American fan palm was previously known as Trithrinax biflabellata. But, the latter was later found to be spineless and the two were given separate species status. It is native to Argentina, Paraguay and Bolivia. T. schizophylla is definitely a spiny palm with long needle-like spines on the trunk. It is not quite as blue as campestris and is usually a suckering palm but sometimes is single trunk. Mature height is six to fifteen feet. Although the leaf is a rigid leaf, the leaflet tips are softer than the pungent T. campestris. Leaf color is blue-green, not nearly as blue as campestris. It is a very cold hardy species that tolerates temperatures down to at least 18 degrees F. On sale are very old, outdoor grown 15g plants. I think we've been growing these for about 12 to 14 years. It likes full sun and loves heat. It is possible to mail order this larger 15g size but it'd take a large box. This size we only have a couple left.

REGULAR PRICE OLD 15G PLANTS $235
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE 15G $210

As usual, mention our Blog when ordering to get this price. The habitat photo is by Juan Pech.

VEITCHIA ARECINA
EXOTIC MEDIUM TO TALL PINNATE SUN PALM

CAN BE GROWN IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
RARE SPECIES - SELDOM SEE FOR SALE
TEN DAY SPECIAL TRIPLE 15G SIZE

We have a limited number of triples of this species - three plants in one pot. This is like you so often see with King Palms. Inherently, this is a single trunk, crown shafted pinnate palm native to Vanuatu, Fiji and Tonga. In the wild, plants get to over 75 feet tall. In So California it is more typical to see one to 30 to 40 feet. They have a light colored crown shaft, speckled dark or black color near the inner crown area and sometimes on the leaf stems. Leaves are six to eight feet long and leaflet tips are pointed or slightly blunted. The trunk is narrow for a tall palm.

Shown here are triple 15g plants which we're putting on special. There are quite a few people who are growing this species in the coastal strip in our area.

REGULAR PRICE 15G $250
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15G $220

Please mention this Blog Only Special prior to purchase.

CHAMBEYRONIA HOOKERI
THE BLONDE FLAME THROWER PALM

GORGEOUS PALM FROM NEW CALEDONIA
TEN DAY SPECIAL NICE 5 GALLON PLANTS

Shown below are our 5 gallon size of Chambeyronia hookeri with its blonde colored crown shaft. This species is hard to find. It is different in appearance from the dark green crown shafted form, Chambeyronia macrocarpa. Here's some facts about this species:

• Growth habit and care about the same as macrocarpa
• Along the coast will tolerate full sun if you're are not too far inland
• Crown shaft is yellow-tan colored and quite prominent
• Cold tolerance is about 23 degrees
• Growth rate on this species like macrocarpa is slow to medium but improves once planted in the ground.
• Trunk diameter is about 8 inches typically and overall height of mature plants is about 25 feet
• Leaflets are shiny green, thick and sturdy, and quite wide as shown
• Like macrocarpa, about 95% of the time throws newly emerging red leaf as shown here. Rarely a plant will not throw new red leaves and there's no way of predicting this.
• Also makes a great interior palm inside the home

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON SIZE $135
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE $115

We have very limited numbers available of this species and only several in this 5 gallon size. Mention this Special at the time of purchase for this discounted price. The crown shaft photo below is by TS at RPS

ARCHONTOPHOENIX "TERACARPA"
THE BEST KING PALM EVER!

HOWEA BELMOREANA
THE SENTRY OR UMBRELLA PALM

ANOTHER PALM FROM LORD HOW ISLAND
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

There is a second endemic species of Howea on Lord Howe Island. This is Howea belmoreana. Common names used to describe this species include the Sentry Palm, the Belmore Palm, the "Kentia Palm", and even the Umbrella Palm. However, the name "Kentia Palm" is usually used to refer to the H. forsteriana. Howea belmoreana comes from a higher elevation in its natural habitat compared to the H. forsteriana. And, given this fact, one might expect that this species is a little more cold tolerant. Most growers have found this to be true, tolerating temperatures to about 25 degrees F.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $135
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON $115

Please mention this Special at the time of purchase.

DYPSIS ALBOFARINOSA
CLUMPING MADAGASCAR PALM
WHITE CROWN SHAFTS - VERY RARE

PLANTS SHOWN HERE FROM DOMESTIC SEEDS
TEN DAY SPECIAL ONE GALLON SIZE

This clumping medium sized palm is native to Madagascar. It has previously been called "Dypsis species white petiole". It was formally described by Don Hodel about fifteen years ago. It is most closely related to Dypsis baronii and known for its prominently white crown shafts. Leaves are drooping with rather fine leaflets. Trunks average about two inches diameter. Plant height is a maximum of approximately fifteen feet. It can be grown in full coastal sun but should be allowed to grow up and into the sun. So, starting in bright filtered light is best. Exact cold hardiness is uncertain but most likely in the mid-twenties F. range. I am putting one gallons on a Ten Day Special. These are from domestic seeds.

REGULAR PRICE 1 GALLON $70
TEN DAY SPECIAL 1 GALLON $55

Mention this Special for your discount at the time of purchase. These can easily be mail ordered. The last three garden photos are by AL PACSOA

EUTERPE EDULIS
THIN, SINGLE TRUNK PINNATE PALM
EXOTIC AND TROPICAL APPEARING

SMOOTH CROWN, COLORED CROWN SHAFT
TEN DAY SPECIAL ONE GALLON SIZE

Euterpe edulis is a fun palm to grow because it is super attractive, has a narrow trunk and a beautiful, smooth crown shaft. I have had several in my garden. On mine, the crown shafts were a purple-green color but it's more common to see them as a lime green. Maximum height is about thirty feet with about a four inch thick trunk. Leaves tend to arch down and leaf color is green. Typically and most successful is to start in filtered light and work it's way into full sun along the coast. It's cold hardy into the upper twenties F. Anticipate a plant life of about thirty years. Also of note is the fact that the hearts of this palm are edible and a delicacy in many areas. The size on special are in one gallon pots. These would be a starter size. They would be easy to ship, weather permitting.

REGULAR PRICE ONE GALLON $70
TEN DAY SPECIAL ONE GALLON $60

Remember to mention this Blog Special when purchasing to get this price. The last photo is c/o Wikipedia.

CARYOTA URENS
THE GIANT MOUNTAIN FISHTAIL
FAST GROWING - SUPER TALL

NOT AVAILABLE FOR YEARS
TEN DAY SPECIAL JUVENILE 2 GALLON SIZE

Caryota urens is a tall single trunk monocarpic palm species native to Asia. It is fast growing and can get to a height of 70 feet. It is definitely a canopy-forming palm species. Leaves a green and leaflets are premorse (jagged at their ends). Some people love the grandeur of these palms. Trunks are tan, ringed and about 16 inches diameter on average. It will get taller and more quickly get there than almost any other palm in your garden. They want full sun and, especially if inland, plenty of water. Because they are monocarpic (flower and then die), one needs a plant that is near death to get seeds. This occurs rarely. We were able to germinate seeds from such a plant. They are presently in 2 gallon pots (on Special) to give their roots a chance to take offer and promote growth. I’ve not had this species available for about six to eight years. They are on their second leaf. Of note, there’s been a high demand for this species because of its scarcity and non-availability. I wish I had larger to offer but we just don’t.

TEN DAY SPECIAL JUVENILE 2 GALLON $57.50

DIOON EDULE
BLUE QUERETERO VARIETY

RARE FORM - SUN LOVING BLUE CYCAD
COLD HARDY INTO THE UPPER TEENS F.
GETS BLUE COLOR IN HOT SUN
TEN DAY SPECIAL OLDER BAND SIZED PLANTS

In other posts I’ve discussed Dioon edule, a typically small to medium sized sun-loving cycad from Mexico. There are known to be about six different varieties of this species - all from different localities. The variety on sale here is from the Mexican state of Queretaro. Leaves are typically blue in full bright sun. Leaves are about 4 feet long and leaflets are thin, coming to a pointed end. Mature height after a few decades may be six feet with an trunk height of 18 inches. Cold tolerance is excellent, being able to take cold weather into the teens F. The band size on sale are not new seedlings but rather established older (five year old) plants with an average caudex of 1.5 to 2 inches. The bands are shown in the first five photos below. These are hard to find and easy to mail order. Last photo by MARK MASON.

REGULAR PRICE THESE OLDER BAND SIZE $95
TEN DAY SPECIAL THESE OLDER BAND SIZE $80

Remember to mention this Special for your discount when you purchase. Availability limited. BTW, if these don't sell out, all will be repotted into 5g pots shortly.

ENCEPHALARTOS EUGENE-MARAISII
EXTREMELY ATTRACTIVE BLUE TRANSVAAL CYCAD

NATIVE TO SOUTH AFRICA – EXTREMELY RARE

TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE

This desirable species of Encephalartos comes from the Transvaal region of the northern Republic of South Africa. This area is also home to other sought-after species like E. dolomiticus, dolomiticus, and nubimontanus. \Encephalartos eugene-maraisii is a medium to large species with trunk height up to almost ten feet. It will sucker from the base. Leaf color is blue or blue-green. The leaves are sharply keeled giving a "V-shape" in cross section. Leaf length is two to five feet. Leaflets are 1/2 to 3/4 inches wide and have a sharp terminal tip. Encephalartos middleburgensis is a closely related species and was originally felt to be a subspecies of eugene-maraisii. This is a full sun cycad. In the wild it commonly sees freezing temperatures. In culture it is know to tolerate mid to low 20's F. We are currently putting our band sized plants on sale for ten days.

REGULAR PRICE BAND SIZE $135
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE $95

Remember, mention this Blog Only Special. Easy to mail order.

ENCEPHALARTOS KISAMBO
EXOTIC CENTRAL AFRICAN CYCAD

LONG GREEN UPRIGHT LEAVES
TEN DAY SPECIAL ON 2 GALLON SIZE

Encephalartos kisambo is a fast growing species native to Kenya where it grows at elevations of 3000 feet. It is a medium sized mature plant with trunks to eight feet. Leaves are green to soapy green in color, stand erect and are six to ten feet long. Leaflets are 1.5 inches wide, pungently tipped at the end, and spiny along the margins. This is a fast growing species that can tolerate our coastal sun. Far inland locations should use part day sun. Cold tolerance is into the mid-twenties, perhaps a bit lower. We had no leaf damage at the nursery in 2007 with lows of 25 degrees F. Shown here are very nice 2 gallon plants we have on a ten day reduced price – see first six photos below. Also shown are other larger sizes we have but note we have many sizes in between the sale plant and the monster specimens below.

REGULAR PRICE 2 GALLON SIZE $135
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $110

Just mention this Blog special. These are simple to ship by mail order.

CERATOZAMIA KUESTERIANA
SMALL TO MEDIUM SIZED CYCAD

COLORFUL EMERGING NEW LEAVES
INLAND FILTERED LIGHT OR COASTAL SUN
TEN DAY SPECIAL CITRUS POT SIZE AS SHOWN

REGULAR PRICE THIS SIZE CITRUS POT $385
TEN DAY SPECIAL - THIS SIZE $325

Remember to mention this Special at the time of purchase to get this discounted price.

ENCEPHALARTOS MUCHII
BLUE TO BLUE-GREEN CYCAD

RARE AND VERY ATTRACTIVE CYCAD
TEN DAY SPECIAL GOOD 2 GALLON SIZE

Native to Mozambique, this small to medium sized cycad grows in scrub forest among rocks and boulders. It is distinguished by its blue to blue-green color and by having leaflets that are prominently spiny. In my experience, leaf color is sometimes very blue, other times blue-green. You'll sometimes hear the description as "soapy green" to describe the leaves. Overall, the leaf color is variable and I've shown several photos here to demonstrate this. I've seen specimens that are as blue as an Encephalartos horridus.

Trunk size is usually under three feet. Upright leaves are about four feet long or less. Leaves are keeled and leaflets are lanceolate and spiny. This species likes full sun and is cold tolerant into the low 20's F. The two gallon on sale are a good, strong two gallon plant with caudexes average 2 to 3 inches. They came from parents domestically that both had extreme blue color. These can be mail ordered but not outside the U.S.

REGULAR PRICE THESE 2G PLANTS WITH 2 OR MORE INCH CAUDEXES $195
TEN DAY SPECIAL THESE 2 GALLON CYCADS $165

Remember to mention this Blog Only Special at the time of purchase.

BRACHYCHITON RUPESTRIS
INTERESTING THICK TRUNKED TROPICAL TREE

SNAKESKIN BARK ON TRUNK – THIN GREEN LEAFLETS
MEDIUM TO LARGE TREE MATURE
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE

About three decades ago I visited Seaborne Nursery up in the Lake Hodges area of San Diego County. It has long since vanished as a nursery. A fellow who ran this nursery, Bill Seaborne (now deceased) convinced me to try a few of this interesting species. I planted them and within about five to ten years found they have the most peculiar, large and irregularly swollen trunks. The leaflets are quite fine; but the trunk is massive. It has a green snakeskin type of texture and is a fast growing tree. The leaflets are narrow and a green color. I have a few 15g trees and some 5g plants for sale. The 15g size is shown here and on Special. I am also showing you pictures of mature trees off the Internet. This species is not known for flowers, but rather for its peculiar swollen trunk. It can get to fifty feet tall, likes sun, and has a cold tolerance that is probably into the low 20's F. The 15 gallon on sale are about 8 feet tall in their pots and too big for mail order. For thelatter, consider our 5 gallon size which are in stock.

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON $185
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $145

ALOCASIA WENTII
SEMI-DWARF TROPICAL ELEPHANT EAR PLANT

PURPLE UNDERSIDE TO LEAVES
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON PLANTS

This is a species of Elephant Ear Alocasia. Some feel it comes from the island of New Guinea but others feel that it is a hybrid of unknown origin. The reason I mention it is because it is known to be quite cold hardy, perhaps even adaptable to growing zone 7B. It is a small plant, typically under 3 feet. The leaves are smaller than many other Elephant Ear Plants. The dorsal side of the leaves are green (sometimes black-green) while the underside is purple-black. It prefers to stay dry in the winter when cold and likes filtered light. It is a nice companion plant for any garden. Cold tolerance is easily into the upper twenties F. Shown below are good sized 5 gallon with multiple stems. Of note, some are using this species as an interior plant.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON THIS SPECIES $100
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $80

Remember to mention this Blog Only Special when you purchase. Mail order possible.

FICUS AURICULATA
AKA FICUS ROXBURHII
THE ROXBURG FIG

LARGE ROUND GREEN LEAVES
RARE MEDIUM SIZE TREE MATURE
TEN DAY SPECIAL 2 GALLON

Only a few times before have we offered this rare round leafed Fig species. It is known for its large round leaves that get twelve to 18 inches across with a drip tip. New leaves emerge bronze or light red. Leaf stems are short. The leaf texture is slightly crinkled. Mature height in the ground is 15 to 30 feet. Fruiting figs cluster on older branches. The trunk is gray colored and smooth. It is a full sun species and cold hardy into the mid-twenties F. These plants were taken by cuttings about 9 months ago from a tree in Southern CA. We only have several left for sale.

TEN DAY SPECIAL TWO GALLON $100

The garden specimen below is c/o Wikipedia.

THE SNOWBUSH PLANT
BREYNIA DISTICHA

UNUSUAL GARDEN COMPANION PLANT
SMALLER GREEN, WHITE & PINK BUSH
TEN DAY SPECIAL 1 & 5 GALLON SIZES

This sought after smaller bush is native to Asia in various tropical islands. Contrary to the name, it does not survive if you live in an area where it snows. Rather, it looks like a green bush with snow on it. Leaves are green with white accents. With age you also get a flush of pink. Leaves are very small. Mature height it 3 to 4 feet. This species wants full or part day sun. Cold tolerance is a bit below a freeze. This is a very attractive companion plant where one wants an addition of white foliage – perhaps to contrast other colors. I am putting our 1g and 5g on Special. Both are nicely sizes and both can be mail ordered. The one gallon are shown in the first group of photos - the 5g in the second. We have good numbers available but seldom offer them on sale.

TEN DAY SPECIAL 1 GALLON $35
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON $65

MONDAY, 6 MARCH, 2023

DYPSIS DECARYI
THE TRIANGLE PALM

MEDIUM MATURE HEIGHT
THREE SIDED COLORFUL CROWN SHAFT LOVES HOT SUN
TEN DAY SPECIAL VERY LARGE 24 INCH BOX SIZE

This Madagascar palm is known as the "Triangle Palm" because the crown shaft has three flat sides. It gets to a mature height of about 22 feet in 3 decades. It loves heat and sun. Leaves are a gray-green color and there is prominent speckling in the inner crown with dark colors. It is slow growing. It has a cold tolerance of about 24 degrees F. Be aware that this palm doesn’t do well in shade and doesn’t want to be shaded out by overhead trees. The boxed plants shown below are about as big as you can plant without heavy equipment. Their height is ten to twelve feet by estimate. Delivery is available.

REGULAR PRICE THESE 24 INCH BOX THIS SIZE $675
TEN DAY SPECIAL THESE NICE 24 INCH BOX SIZE $595

Mention this Blog Only Special at the time of purchase. We also have 5g and some other sizes available.

CHAMAEDOREA RADICALIS
TRUNKING FORM

THIN TALL GREEN TRUNKS – TOLERATES FULL COASTAL SUN
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS HUGE & MATURE 25 GALLON SPECIMEN

Sometime with this blog I may have talked about this variety of Chamadorea radicalis. The latter is a very cold hardy dwarf, single trunk species that is quite easy to grow. But, there is also a trunking species that is not a dwarf. It gets to about 10 to 14 feet tall and is also cold hardy into the lower 20's F, maybe even into the upper teens. It is able to take coastal sun like the dwarf. This variety is hard to find on the market. Shown here below is about an 8 to 10 year old 25 gallon that is easily about 12 feet tall. It is a triple and one stem is a female with red fruit. You can see there is no question that this is not a dwarf and has formed nice trunk. On this form, we may also have 5 gallon and 15 gallon available. I only have this one specimen this large. It is way too big for mail order. Note the thin leaflets and stem. This specimen is for sale.

REGULAR PRICE THIS 25 GALLON SPECIMEN $795
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SPECIMEN $675

CHAMBEYRONIA HOOKERI
THE BLONDE FLAMETHROWER PALM

GORGEOUS PALM FROM NEW CALEDONIA
USUALLY HAVE NICE NEW PURPLE-RED LEAF
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE

Shown is a nice example of a 5 gallon size of Chambeyronia hookeri with its blonde colored crown shaft. I’ve found that this species throws just as red (sometimes even more intense) new leaf compared to Chambeyronia macrocarpa. This species is hard to find. It is different in appearance from the dark green crown shafted form seen on C. macrocarpa. Here's some facts about this species:

• Growth habit and care about the same as macrocarpa
• Along the coast will tolerate full sun if you're are not too far inland
• Crown shaft is yellow-tan colored and quite prominent
• Cold tolerance is about 23 degrees
• Growth rate on this species like macrocarpa is slow to medium but improves once planted in the ground.
• Trunk diameter is about 8 inches typically and overall height of mature plants is about 25 feet
• Leaflets are shiny green, thick and sturdy, and quite wide as shown
• Like macrocarpa, about 95% of the time throws newly emerging red leaf as shown here. Rarely a plant will not throw new red leaves and there's no way of predicting this.
• Also makes a great interior palm inside the home

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON SIZE $235
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE $215

Our 15 gallon size on special is shown in the first six photos below. We also have smaller plants available.

CYPHOPHOENIX ELEGANS
THE ELEGANT PALM

MEDIUM SIZE – THIN TRUNK – CROWN SHAFTED
NEAR IMPOSSIBLE TO FIND IN LARGE SIZE
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE

This species is from New Caledonia in the northern part of the island. It is of similar height to C. nucele and has the same trunk diameter. The crown shaft on C. elegans is slightly more swollen than that of C. nucele. The crown shaft is also more of a green color, but can show silver. The leaflets are thinner and, as you can see, the leaves curve downward as opposed to the stiff, upright leaves of nucele. Another important difference between the two is that the leaves of C. elegans are keeled whereas the leaves of nucele are more flat. Of note, on both species the bare petiole (stem with no leaves) is very short. This helps you identify this genus.

Shown here is an oversized 15 gallon plant. Also shown are photos of mature plants. It's easy to appreciate how beautiful and not overly large it is. This species should be started in filtered light and be allowed to grow into some sun if you live along the coast. Inland full sun is too harsh for this species. Cold hardiness is into the mid-twenties F.

REGULAR PRICE LARGE SIZED 15 GALLON $275
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE 15 GALLON $245

Remember to mention this Special to get this price. Limited numbers available.

PINANGA JAVANA
SINGLE TRUNK, TROPICAL & EXOTIC SPECIES

GETS TALLER THAN P. CORONATA - BEING GROWN BY COLLECTORS
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE

It's been a few years since we've offered this rare single trunk Pinanga from the island of Java, Indonesia. A different thing about this species is that it is single trunk. Juvenile plants have solid, simple leaves as shown in the photos. But, over time, they become pinnate leaves as seen on the larger garden specimen. The mature trunk is thin and ringed. Leaves are six feet long or more - green in color. The thing about this species is that no one has it! Shown are the 15g plants we're putting on Special. It wants filtered light and is cold hardy down to about a freeze.

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON $245
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $225

CHAMAEDOREA KLOTZSCHIANA
SINGLE TRUNK MEXICAN CHAMAEDOREA

THIN TRUNKED, GROUPED LEAFLETS
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON MULTIPLES

This single trunk, shade loving palm is from the Veracruz area of Mexico and named after a German botanist, Johann Klotzsch. The plant shown here has reached its mature height of twelve feet. It has a prominently ringed but narrow green trunk. The most remarkable characteristic of this species is the grouping of leaflets along the rachis. These groups are irregularly spaced. Also note how they leaflets are held at different angles from the rachis. Leaflets are a dark green, small to medium in length, wide and a bit puffy. It's this grouping of leaflets that allows you to ID this species. Another surprising this is how hard it is to find this species. When I started my nursery 42 years ago, I had lots of these and seeds were available. Nowadays you can't find seeds to save your soul. This is a shade loving species and cold hardy into the mid-twenties F. At best perhaps it'd take down to about 25 degrees. These plants should probably work fine as a house plant and are shippable in a good sized box.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON MULTIPLES $145
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON MULTIPLES $120

CHAMAEDOREA RADICALIS
TRUE TRUNK-LESS, DWARF FORM

NEVER GETS OVER SIX FEET TALL
SHADE PALM - QUITE COLD HARDY
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

Previously I discussed the trunking form of this species. What I'm showing today is the true dwarf form that never forms a trunk and never gets over six feet tall. It is native to Mexico. It grows in filtered light but can tolerate some sun along the coast. Compared to the trunking form, you'll note the leaflets are darker green and wider. Blossoms often protrude above the leaves when it's in flower. Cold hardiness is the upper teens F. It grows great in cooler areas like the SF Bay area. We have only a few 5g (shown first four photos below)which we're putting on sale. We have very few left.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $145
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $120

JUBAEA CHILENSIS
THE CHILEAN WINE PALM

FATTEST TRUNK OF ANY PALM
SPECIAL JUVENILE 5 GALLON PLANTS

This species is known at the Chilean Wine Palm. It can have trunk diameters up to four feet. To get a large trunking tree from a small plant can take several decades. Ultimate height can reach at least forty feet. Leaves are green and sometimes a blue-green color. The trunk is smooth and the fruit is yellow with a large brown seed inside. The leaf stems are unarmed. Cold hardiness in into the mid teens F. It's a sun species, even in the desert. The plants on sale are truly massive 15 gallon specimens. On some, the trunk almost fills the 15 inch diameter pot. Also, notice the somewhat blue petioles. These may end up being the blue variety of the Chilean Wine Palm. On Special are five gallon sized plants that are ready to ship or plant. You’d start them off in a little sun and over time move them into full sun. We’ve found that young plant don’t do well if thrown into full hot sun. Limited numbers.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $125
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON $100

But, mention this Special to get your discount. The 5 gallon size is shown in the first five photos below.

BRAHEA NITIDA
FLAT GREEN LEAF - NATIVE TO MEXICO

REGULAR PRICE 5G $135
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5G $110

Remember, mention this Blog Only Special for price at the time of purchase. Limited numbers available. The photo from habitat is by Justen Dobbs

RHAPIS EXCELSA
THE LADY PALM

ONE OF THE BEST INTERIOR PALMS
ALSO GREAT UNDERSTORY GARDEN PLANT
TEN DAY SPECIAL LARGE 5 GALLON SIZE

We have an assortment of Lady Palms which are near perfect - almost as nice as the expensive ones we bring in out of Hawaii. But, they are locally grown and better priced. And, we are offering them on special – five gallon size. They are about 5-6 years old. Rhapis excelsa is native to Asia and typically doesn't get much over 8 feet tall in a pot or in the ground. Each leaf is composed mature of six to ten leaflets that have jagged ends and are green in color. They do great in shady locations of the garden or inside the home. They are a very nice patio plant. Cold hardiness is about 20 degrees F. They want low dose fertilizer. Too much fertilizer will burn them. The 5 gallon size can be easily shipped' It's slow growing and a dwarf species.

REGULAR PRICE THESE 5G $135
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $110

Important: Mention this Blog Only Offering for this price when you purchase. Note, limited supply available.

RHAPIS EXCELSA
THE LADY PALM

ONE OF THE BEST INTERIOR OR EXTERIOR PALMS
SIZE ON SALE EASY TO SHIP
TEN DAY SPECIAL NICE ONE GALLON PLANTS

FOR DESCRIPTION, SEE ABOVE

REGULAR PRICE THESE 1G $65
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $55

Important: Mention this Blog Only Offering for this price when you purchase. One gallon shown in first 4 photos.

CHAMAEDOREA SCHIPPII
AN ALMOST UNKNOWN AND NEVER AVAILABLE SPECIES

UNDERSTORY PINNATE SUCKERING PALM
TEN DAY SPECIAL 2 GALLON SIZE

Taxonomically, this species of Chamaedorea is an accepted species. When I got started in palms about 44 years ago, you could occasionally find one available but you really had to seek it out. Then they disappeared from the market. I have a friend with a mature matched and sexed pair of them who set seeds last year. I haven't this species for sale for at least 20 years. No one has them. We're offering them in a small size and have very few available.

This is a suckering green leaf understory species of Chamaedorea. They get a mature height of twelve to fourteen feet and have an appearance similar to C. costaricana. But, the leaves are longer and the trunks are thicker. Trunks remain vertical and don't usually lean. This species has historically been used to make some of the more interesting Chamaedorea hybrids including the famous "Irving Cantor" cross. They were chosen for hybridization because of their strong vertical trunks. Cold tolerance is into the twenties F.

REGULAR PRICE 2 GALLON $80
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS RARE PALM IN 2 GALLON SIZE $67.50

Remember: Limited numbers and mention this Blog Only Special to get this price.

CHAMBEYRONIA MACROCARPA
THE FLAME THROWER PALM
NEW RED EMERGING LEAF

DARK GREEN CROWN SHAFT
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE

ROYSTONEA OLERACEA
THE SOUTH AMERICAN ROYAL PALM

TALL PINNATE PALM WITH LUSH GREEN FOLIAGE
LONG PROMINENT CROWN SHAFT
TEN DAY SPECIAL SEEDLINGS IN BANDS

This species of Royal Palm is native to the lower Caribbean Islands and northern South America. References say it can reach heights of sixty feet but I've personally seen a grove of 100 year old trees in New Caledonia that surpass 100 feet. They are fast growing, have green leaves, a prominent crown shaft and hold their leaves typically in the upper half of the leaf-crown sphere. They want sun and are cold hardy to about 25 degrees F. On sale are one year old band sized seedlings.

REGULAR PRICE BAND SIZE $60
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $52.50
Easy to mail order.

DIOON MEROLAE
SLOW GROWING SMALL TO MEDIUM SIZED CYCAD

GRAY-GREEN LEAFLETS
TEN DAY SPECIAL OLDER BAND SIZED PLANTS

This is a slow growing New World cycad species that comes from Mexico. It is very attractive. One of the things that is particularly nice about this species is that the crown size is compact and not that large. For this reason, it fits into a small sunny location in the garden where no other plant would work. Its leaves are a silver-green in color (can be just green) and it holds many leaves. An extremely old plant might have a foot or two of trunk. In the wild there are specimens that are possibly a thousand years old with many meters of trunk, often leaning over toward the ground. But, from a practical point of view, it is a small plant. If you grow this species, you'll probably find that it will take fifty years or more to get three feet of trunk.

Cold hardiness is into the low 20's F. and it prefers full sun except for harsh desert climates. We offer many sizes of this species from seedlings up to trunked plants that are many decades old. For mail orders, the band size is easy to ship. These are not newly germinated seedlings but rather plants with an inch or more of caudex. Most germinated five years ago. If you want larger, we do have citrus pot, 15g and boxed sized plants. I hope that you like this cycad; it's one of my favorites. For upscale landscaping, nothing beats it.

TEN DAY SPECIAL OLDER BAND SIZED PLANS $85

BTW, if these don't sell out, all will be repotted into 5g pots shortly.

CYCAD HYBRID - CYCAS REVOLUTA X DEBAOENSIS
INTERESTING AND FAIRLY COLD HARDY HYBRID

TAKES PART DAY SUN
NEVER TOO TALL - VERY RARE CROSS
TEN DAY SPECIAL FIVE GALLON SIZE PLANTS

With the introduction of the very rare Cycas debaoensis, it was just a matter of time before this cross was done. It's between the Sago Palm (seed bearer with this cross) and the aforementioned debaoensis. It is an interesting hybrid with bifurcation of the leaflets or leaf stems. See photos below. I'd recommend growing it in part day sun. Cold tolerance should be into the upper teens F. This hybrid has only been recently offered for sale. I'm showing in the 3rd row of photos one picture of the C. revoluta followed by two of the C. debaoensis.

I anticipate it'll be a small to medium sized mature plants. It's a great alternative to using the common Cycas revoluta. Leaf color will be green and there will be some spines of the leaf stems. Sorry, but there are no reputable photos of this hybrid in a mature size available at this time. I'm showing our five gallon size below. Caudex size is about two to three inches. I can't show a mature plant for you as I know of none around.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $155
TEN DAY SPECIAL THESE 5 GALLONS $135

These would be easy to mail order.

ENCEPHALARTOS LEBOMBOENSIS
MEDIUM SIZED SOUTH AFRICAN CYCAD

GREEN LEAVES – FAIRLY COLD HARDY
TEN DAY SPECIAL TWO GALLON SIZE

Encephalartos lebomboensis is native to the Lebombo Mountains in South Africa. It is most closely related to Encephalartos senticosus. Leaves are green, typically three to five feet long and have thin, heavily spined leaflets. But, overall, this is not a large cycad species. In fact, it is relatively compact for an Encephalartos. In a lifetime most would see a mature tree that has perhaps six feet of trunk. There are many century old plants in the wild with fifteen to twenty feet of trunk. Overall, the crown width is about six feet. This species wants full sun along the coast and has a cold tolerance to the low 20's F. It is not hard to grow. The plants shown are in 2 gallon pots with a caudex of 2 inches

REGULAR PRICE THIS SIZE, THIS SPECIES $135
TEN DAY SPECIAL 2 GALLON $115

DIOON EDULE VARIETY TAMAULIPAS
GLAUCOUS GREEN THIN LEAF MEXICAN CYCAD

ONE OF VARIOUS VARIETIES OF DIOON EDULE
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

Dioon edule is a very durable species of cycad that is found in Mexico. Enthusiasts have found that in different native localities that the plants of each region are different. This has led to what we call "varieties" of Dioon edule. In the Tamaulipas area of Mexico such a variety is found. This is also the locality of the recognized species Dioon angustiolium. The Dioon edule variety tamaulipas is a glaucous green species with flat leaves and narrow leaflets. The leaflets re minimally spined if at all. Leaflets are spaced with a narrow gap between individual leaflets. Leaf color is green to a blue-green. Mature plants are dwarf and rarely over 6 feet tall overall in the garden. It prefers full sun and is cold hardy into the upper teens F. It likes good draining soil. We are offering 5 gallon plants with a 3 inch caudex on this hard to find variety. These can be mail ordered. Unfortunately, I have no garden photos of this variety.

REGULAR PRICE THESE 3 INCH 5 GALLON $375
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS BATCH 5 GALLON 3 INCH CAUDEX $295

ENCEPHALARTOS PAUCIDENTATUS
MEDIUM TO LARGE RARE SOUTH AFRICAN CYCAD

UPRIGHT GREEN LEAVES
TEN DAY SPECIAL GOOD SIZED 15G CYCAD

This rare cycad is native to Swaziland, northern South Africa. It is known as one of the most attractive of all the green cycads. It does great in Southern California but is rare and hard to find. New leaves tend to be upright. Most pronounced is the "frost" appearance of leaves as shown below. This is from small hairs on the leaflets. Compared to other cycads leaflets are fairly thin – and they carry spines. It makes a medium to large mature specimen. Mature size can be over fifteen feet with 6 to 10 foot green leaves. Along the coast it’ll take full sun. Far inland I’d recommend limited sun. Cold tolerance is down to the low 20’s F. The plant on Special is in a 15g pot and has an 8 inch caudex and is shown in the first six photos below.

REGULAR PRICE THIS ACTUAL 15 GALLON CYCAD $1320
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS ACTUAL PLANT $1125

Below I'm showing photos of a large 25g specimen at the nursery - photo #7 below. We have a few seedlings.

ENCEPHALARTOS CERINUS
DWARF SOUTH AFRICAN SPECIES

VERY SMALL CYCAD
GRAY-GREEN LEAVES
TEN DAY SPECIAL YOUNGER 5 GALLON SIZE

This rare dwarf species of South African cycad is quite petite and never gets over four feet tall. Leaves are gray-green to sea foam green and about three feet long. A mature caudex is six to eight inches. Thi species likes sun and is cold hardy to the low 20's F. This is a rare and sought out species and never inexpensive. We are putting our 5 gallon on sale. The plant shown has a one inch caudex. We do have an assortment of other sizes available. Our 5g are easy to mail order.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON THIS SIZE SIZE $165
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON THIS SIZE $135

Just remember to mention this Blog Special for your discount when you purchase.

TRICOLOR NEOROGELIA BROMELIAD
GREEN, WHITE AND PINK

EASY COLOR FOR THE GARDEN
OR NICE INTERIOR PLANT
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS VARIETY

Neorogelia are one of our favorite types of Bromeliads. This is because you get color without the need for waiting to see a blossom. Typically, the mother plant lasts for about a year and then dies off. But, you then get several small pups forming from the base of the plant and the cycle repeats itself. So, over time, you'll have a large cluster of many plants. Most Neorogelia like shade although some will take some sun. This species has a pink flush on top of variegated white leaves. We have many attractive Neorogelia for sale. In the last row of photos below I'll show a few other types and also some garden pictures of bromeliads in the 3rd & 4th rows.

TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS PLANT SIZE $45 - AS SHOWN BELOW -
LARGER CLUSTERS $75 NOT SHOWN HERE

YUCCA ROSTRATA SAPHIRE
BLUE SUCCULENT WITH AMAZING COLD HARDINESS

SEMI-DWARF SIZE MATURE
BEING GROWN IN NEW YORK IN THE SNOW!
TEN DAY SPECIAL 2 GALLON SIZE

This small to medium sized, drought tolerant plant is native to the southern U.S. border and down into Mexico. It is usually a single trunk mature plant but can fork above the ground. Most notable is the silver-blue foliage as shown here. It is very slow growing. Over time it forms a trunk about eight or ten inches thick. Foliage is about 2 feet long and not "pokey" or sharp. Mature height six to ten feet. Leaf color blue to blue-green. It demands full sun and is cold hardy at least into the single digits F. I had a customer call me from New York City recently to tell me that a plant bought from us about three years ago was thriving in his yard. Gardeners like this species because it's not very big and gives nice color to a sunny garden. The size we’re putting on sale are five year old 2 gallon with lots of thin leaves. This is a good starter size but will take time to make a nice garden plant. These would be easy to mail order. Of note, we occasionally have larger and smaller sizes for sale. Note, photos below taken on a cold and cloudy day so blue doesn't show well.

REGULAR PRICE 2 GALLON $85
TEN DAY SPECIAL 2 GALLON SIZE $65
Garden photos are by it.dreamstime.org and USF.ed

PHILODENDRON SELLOUM
AKA PHILODEDRON BIPINNATIFIDUM

GIANT SPLIT LEAF PHILODENDRON
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 & 15 GALLON SIZE

Throughout my career, I've always known this plant as Philodendron selloum. The same is true for most nurserymen. But, when researching it, I've found lots of other names and even genera used to taxonomically identify this species. So, keeping it simple, I'll not go there but rather say that this is a large leaf Philodendron that can climb up a tree trunk or stand alone all by itself. It is native to South America. It can grow in coastal sun or in the shade. It's got a trunk that is usually six inches thick or less and puts out thick hanging roots that assist in grabbing anything to support the crown. Leaves are green, heavily divided and can be four feet long and three feet wide. Leaves are not as large as the much more rare Philodendron evansii. Selloum is easy to grow. We're offering nicely sized 5 & 15 gallon on sale. The 15g size is shown in the last photo. The rest of the nursery plants are 5g.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $85
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON $70

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON $175
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON $150

HELICONIA SCHIEDIANA
BANANA-LIKE SUCKERING TROPICAL PLANT

ORANGE OR RED/YELLOW UPRIGHT BLOSSOMS
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

All of our Heliconia are grown from rhizomes from existing and flowering plants in Southern California. This results in large, very strong growing plants as shown here. Heliconia schiediana can take sun or part sun, gets to a height of sever to eight feet, and flowers freely in the summer. It is very cold hardy. Even if a hard freeze knocks down the leaves, plants usually come back vigorously in the spring. Flowers are red/yellow or orange/yellow. We’re putting the 5 gallon size on special.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $95
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON $85

Just mention this blog posting when purchasing to get the discount. The seventh photo is of a 15 gallon nursery plant. The blossom photo below is by TS at RPS. The last photo shows Heliconia plants in a garden.

COLOCASIA ESCULENTE "MOJITO"
GREEN ELEPHANT EAR PLANT WITH SPLOTCHES OF BLACK ON THE LEAVES

MEDIUM SIZE - TOLERATES FULL OR PART COASTAL SUN
TEN DAY SPECIAL ONE GALLON SIZE

This variety of Elephant Ear Plant is sought after because of the interesting black splotches on its green leaves. See close up photos below. Individual leaves can get 12 to 18 inches in size. They do sucker and can produce a mature plant that is 4 to 5 feet tall and 4 feet wide. This species tolerates coastal full or part sun. It likes good draining soil and to be kept slightly moist during the hot season. Back off on watering when it's cold. If you live in a very cold area, you can dig up the tubers, store them and replant in the spring. Cold tolerance is about a freeze or a bit below. It can be used as a specimen or along the edge of a garden. It also can be grown next to a pond or stream. It would get too large for usage in a terarium. We're putting our one gallons on sale. They can be mail ordered. Also, many customers are growing this as a houseplant.

TEN DAY SPECIAL ONE GALLON $35

ASSORTED BROMELIADS
NEW ONES ARRIVING ROUTINELY

SHADE AND SUN VARIETIES – MANY VERY COLORFUL
TEN DAY SPECIAL GOOD SIZED & COLORFUL 6 INCH POT PLANTS

We are continually trying to bring in more colorful, exciting and new varieties of Bromeliads that customers will like This includes batches of colorful and different species. We try to emphasize different types including Aechmea, Neorogelias and others. Some are for shade and others for sun. Right now we probably have about 25 different varieties of Bromeliads. I'm showing below some very colorful Neorogelia and Vriesea that we just got in. And, we’re putting our 6 inch sized plants on sale - see first 7 photos below. Be aware that we have larger plants available as well.

TEN DAY SPECIAL 6 INCH BROMELIADS $39.50

FRIDAY, 3 MARCH, 2023

BAD PALM SEEDS?
HOW CAN YOU TELL?

THE FLOAT TEST
THE PINCH TEST
CUT THE SEED OPEN

Many people love to germinate palm seeds and make their plants. But, there are a few things you need to now right from the beginning if you want to successfully germinate.

1. Get fresh seeds. Right off the tree is best.
2. Pick seeds that are mature, often colorful. Green seeds germinate poorly.
3. Remove the fruit from the seeds until you have a clean, often tan colored inner seed. Fruit can contain chemicals that retard germination.
4. Pinch test seeds. Take the picked seeds (with or without fruit) and squeeze hard between two fingers. They should never collapse.
5. Float Test the seeds. Palm seeds almost always sink in water. Floaters are almost always bad. Inner cavities of rot within the seed make them float.
6. Cut open a few seeds. The fruit should be white or light tan, solid and without signs of rot. And, you definitely do not want to see inner cavities.
7. Always soak the cleaned seeds in pure water, especially if you had seeds shipped to you. This rehydrates them. If seeds are right off a tree and the fruit is moist and fresh, soaking is not necessary. But, they would still be cleaned of any fruit.

Photos here show seeds with fruit, the float test with floaters and sinkers and a few seeds cut open showing inner cavities (a bad sign). For techniques on germination, see our article on Palm Seed Germination at this website.

Butia capitata seeds with fresh yellow fruit
Chambeyronia seeds with red fruit

Green seeds, not ready to pick

Livistona saribus seeds with blue fruit

Cleaning fruit off Jubaea chilensis

Float test: Note floating seeds
Float test - Astrocaryum seeds floating

Float Test: Note good seeds sink to bottom
Sinking seeds on float test
Cavity in bad Astrocaryum mexicanum seeds

Cavity in Astrocaryum mexicanum
Cavity in bad Gastrococos crispa seeds
Cavity in Gastrococus crispa

HOW DOES ONE TELL IF HIS PALM IS DEAD?
IS MY PALM STILL GROWING?
HOW FAST IS IT GROWING?
MARK THE NEW SPEAR!

It is surprising that many palm enthusiasts don't know how to tell if their palm is alive or dead after some type of insult such as severe cold. It's simple to determine if the plant is alive and growing. Mark the central newest spear side by side while marking an adjacent fully extended leaf. See the photo. Then watch for the two moving apart. The line of the new spear moves upward while the adjacent mark on the full size leaf stays the same. Look at the difference movement of the new spear over time. You can also tell how fast it's growing. During the growing season (when warm), most palms will show a quarter of an inch or more of vertical new spear growth per day. To confirm a serious problem, you'd note that there is no movement of the spear over several weeks. But, if the new leaf spear is green, don't give up. Just give it an extended period of time and watch for movement. The photo shown here is of a marked spear on a 15 gallon Dypsis decaryi. Note the horizontal black permanent marker marks. The new spear is on the left in the photo.

ENCEPHALARTOS HORRIDUS
SUPER BLUE SO AFRICAN CYCAD

VARIOUS SIZES AVAILABLE
LOVES SUN ALONG THE COAST
ONE OF MOST POPULAR CYCADS AROUND!

By far, the most popular rare cycad we sell is Encephalartos horridus. I don't know if it's the gnarly, spiny leaflets that thrills people. Or, the smaller size. Or, the intense blue color. But, somehow people love this plant and we can hardly keep them in stock. It is slow growing, has prominent barbs on the edge of the leaflets and has a small crown width - usually five feet or less. A two foot trunk would be about it's maximum caudex height. It can sucker. Along the coast it likes full sun - in the desert, a few hours. Cold hardiness is about 22 degrees F. Shown here are a 5g, 25g and some band sized seedlings. The last two pictures are of garden plants. Of note, because of this species popularity, we often run out on certain sizes. You might want to check out an almost identical species, Encephalartos trispinosus. We have a good supply of them.

DICTYOSPERMA ALBUM VAR RUBRUM
PRINCESS PALM, HURRICANE PALM

MEDIUM HEIGHT - CROWN SHAFT – THIN TRUNK
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE

This is a somewhat rare, collector type of palm that would be attractive in almost any coastal or near-coastal garden. Native to the Mascarene Islands, this thin trunked, crown shafted palm gets to a height of about 25 feet. This variety is called "rubrum" because of the red color that is present on the stems and on juvenile leaflets. One photo shows this below. The leaves are green, arching and without any spines. Growth rate is medium. This is a coastal sun or part day sun species with a cold tolerance in the upper twenties F. I've had one in my garden for years in San Diego.

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON $235
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $210

Just mention this Blog Special when ordering to get this price.

TRACHYCARPUS FORTUNEI
THE WINDMILL PALM

ONE OF THE MOST COLD HARDY PALMS
MEDIUM HEIGHT GREEN LEAF FAN PALM
TEN DAY SPECIAL NICE 15 GALLON SIZE

Most specimens one will see are in the height range of ten to twenty feet. However, the oldest of trees may reach forty feet height. The actual trunk diameter is typically six to ten inches. The leaves are typically about three feet in diameter and have variable division of the segments. Leaves are green on the upper side and below, but it is not uncommon for one can see a bit of blue discoloration to the underside of the leaf. Distal leaf segments can flex downward toward the ground. Shown below are 15 gallon plants we’re putting on Special.

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON $185
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON $155

Remember to mention this Special when you purchase. Mail order possible but would be expensive and require a very large box.

PHOENIX ROEBELENII
THE PYGMY DATE PALM

NATURALLY A SINGLE TRUNK PALM
TEN DAY SALE ON SINGLE TRUNK PLANTS IN 15 GALLON SIZE

Triples grow slower than singles. This species is a type of Date Palm, so it does have spines on its stems. Growth rate is medium to slow. It likes full sun and is cold hardy to about 22 degrees F. Shown here are some 15 gallon singles that we’re putting on sale. They have about 2 feet of trunk and are at least 8 years old. In the garden, some feel they are more attractive than the triples and really show off their petite size and soft appearance. Limited numbers available. BTW, we do have 15 gallon triples that are cheaper than the singles but are not as old or tall.

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON SINGLES $250
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $210

Shipping for mail order would be expensive because of the plant size.

RHAPIS EXCELSA
THE REGULAR LADY PALM

ONE OF THE BEST INTERIOR PALMS
ALSO GREAT UNDERSTORY GARDEN PLANT
TEN DAY SPECIAL LARGE 15G SIZE

We have an assortment of Lady Palms which are near perfect - almost as nice as the expensive ones we bring in out of Hawaii. But, they are locally grown and better priced. And, we are offering them on special. Have you ever wondered why you hardly ever see Rhapis on sale? It's because they are super slow growing. The plants shown here are eight, maybe ten years old. Therefore, growers have little motivation to sell them cheap. The plants shown here are nice enough for a bank or hotel lobby, a professional office or even your living room.

Rhapis excelsa is native to Asia and typically doesn't get much over 8 feet tall in a pot. They do great in shady locations of the garden or inside the home. They are a very nice patio plant. Cold hardiness is about 20 degrees F. They want low dose fertilizer. Too much fertilizer will burn them. The plants on special here are 15g size, very full with lots of canes. They won't last long.

REGULAR PRICE THESE 15G $400
TEN DAY SPECIAL THESE 15G $300

Important: Mention this Blog Only Offering for this price when you purchase. Note, limited supply available.

CHAMBEYRONIA MACROCARPA
THE FLAME THROWER PALM
NEW RED EMERGING LEAF

DARK GREEN CROWN SHAFT
SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

What good fortune is it that New Caledonia can claim to be the home of all Chambeyronia. Included is this species, C. macrocarpa. It is a slow growing, pinnate, crown shafted palm that gets to a height of about 30 feet. It has a dark green to green-black crown shaft. Compare this to C. hookeri above with it's yellow crown shaft. Leaves are wide, thick and leathery to the touch. With good culture, maybe you can get three new leaves a year. About one in twenty plants fail to throw a new red leaf - rather, it remains green. This is just bad luck and there's no way to predict which will do this. Shown here are 5 gallon plants we're putting on sale. We do have larger and smaller sizes available. Coastal sun is tolerated although strong filtered light is ok for most areas. This is a great garden palm.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $135
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON $115

Just mention this special when you buy. I thank TS at RPS for usage of his photo below.

VEITCHIA WININ
NATIVE ONLY TO VANUATU

SINGLE TRUNK, CROWN SHAFTED
TALL PALM WHEN MATURE
SUPER RARE, HARD TO FIND
TEN DAY SPECIAL FIVE GALLON SIZE

This single trunk pinnate palm is native to the Vanuatu Islands. It can attain a mature height of over fifty feet. Leaves are green, about eight feet long with somewhat drooping leaflets. The trunk is gray in color and medium thickness. This species makes bright red seeds. It can tolerate full coastal sun and has been grown well by some in Southern California. But, because of it's tropical nature, should only be tried by those in good climates. We're offering our 5 gallon size on sale. They've done well with our temperatures down to about 32 degrees F.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $135
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON $115

Remember to mention this Special when purchasing so you get this discounted price. Mail order this size quite easy.

CHAMAEDOREA KLOTZSCHIANA
SINGLE TRUNK MEXICAN CHAMAEDOREA

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON MULTIPLES $145
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON MULTIPLES $120

DYPSIS LANCEOLATA
NATIVE TO COMORO ISLANDS
USUALLY A SUCKERING PALM

DESIRABLE PALM FROM THE COMOROS
TEN DAY SPECIAL FULL 5 GALLON SIZE

This suckering palm species from the Comoro Islands near Madagascar is ideal for filtered light. It produces stems about three inches in diameter and typically gets to a height of about fifteen feet in many years. It usually does sucker but, in my experience, has a limited number of trunks. Sometimes plants remain single trunk. The crown shaft areas of large plants often shown an assortment of colors including silver, brown and green. Leaflets are wide and leaves are a bit keeled. It has prominent rings on the trunk. Shown here are 15 gallon plants on special. We do have other sizes not on sale. Figure cold tolerance is into the mid to upper 20's F. These plants can be mail ordered in a large box and there are very limited numbers available.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $145
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON $125

LIVISTONA SARIBUS
LARGE, DARK & HOOKED SPINES

MEDIUM TO TALL FAN PALM
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON POT SIZE

This medium to tall fan palm is native to southeast Asia. It can get to heights of thirty-five feet or more. It is an interesting palm that is easy to grow and has a very ornamental leaf with deep divisions of the segments. Its leaf segments almost make a complete circle. Leaf color is green. The spines on the petioles tend to be dark in color and dramatic, usually the thing most people remember most about this species. Another interesting thing is that the seed fruit is blue in color as shown below. It is a sun species and cold hardy into the mid to low-twenties. The 5g on sale are nicely sized. We also have 15 gallon plants available. Shipping is possible. The last photo is by John Volk.

REGULAR PRICE 5G $135
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5G $115

TRITHRINAX CAMPESTRIS
BLUE, SUCKERING FAN PALM
VERY COLD HARDY

LIMITED NUMBER OLD SUCKERING 5G
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

This South American suckering fan palm comes from Argentina and Uruguay. From these locations, you might suspect it could have quite a bit of cold hardiness, and this is the case with not only this species of Trithrinax, but of the genus as a whole. Availability of seeds of this species has been sparse to nonexistent. And, as a young plant, it is quite slow growing. Consequently, to get a good sized container plant can take a decade or more. We were fortunate to offer some very nice 5g plants as shown below. I'd estimate their age at 7 years. They are dividing and very chunky at the base. They are totally acclimated to full hot sun and are intensely blue. This is a perfect selection for someone who lives in an interior area with lots of heat.

Overall height of this species is up to twenty feet. Multiple stems are produced, but usually the number is just several. Leaves are small, typically about two feet wide. The segments of the leaves are pointed and sharp. Trunks retain old leaf bases but, like Washingtonia, eventually fall off. This is a drought tolerant species and can take temperatures well into the 100's F. and cold tolerance is into the teens. Of note, most specimens I've seen are blue. The 5g size is shown in the first 5 photos. The last two photos show a mature plant that is blue-green in color, probably due to the fact that it's not getting full sun.

REGULAR PRICE 5G THIS SPECIES $155
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $125

But, remember to mention this special when purchasing to get this price.

15 gallon size
garden plant
garden plant

ARENGA ENGLERI
SUCKERING COLD HARDY PALM FROM JAPAN AND TAIWAN

NEVER GETS OVERLY LARGE – VERY COLD HARDY
TEN DAY SPECIAL NICE 5 GALLON SIZE

This suckering Asian palm rarely gets over ten feet tall and has medium width leaflets that are jagged at their apical ends. The underside of the leaflets are silver. But, from afar, it looks like a green palm. It is thick with stems because it suckers heavily and cannot be seen through. Therefore, it's a good species to block visibility. Growth rate is slow. Cold tolerance is into the upper teens F. Flowers are very fragrant but seeds contain a substance which makes the skin itch. The 5g on special are nicely sized for their pots.

REGULAR PRICE 5G SIZE $135
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5G SIZE $115

You must mention this blog only special to get this price when purchasing.

ARENGA ENGLERI
SUCKERING COLD HARDY PALM FROM JAPAN AND TAIWAN

NEVER GETS OVERLY LARGE – VERY COLD HARDY
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZED SEEDLINGS

SEE DESCRIPTION ABOVE

REGULAR PRICE BAND SIZE $60
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE $50

You must mention this blog only special to get this price when purchasing.

LIVISTONA DECIPIENS - AKA LIVISTONA DECORA
THIN TRUNK AUSTRALIAN FAN PALM

COLD HARDY, FAST GROWING, DROOPING LEAFLETS
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE SEEDLINGS

Palm enthusiasts love this rapid growing palm known as the Ribbon Palm from Australia. It has this common name because the leaflets are dependent like “hanging ribbons”. For it's height of thirty to forty feet, it has a very thin trunk and leaflets are green in color and narrow for the genus. Leaf stems, like on most Livistona, are armed. It is a very attractive fan palm that many can grow easily. Cold hardiness is about 18 degrees F. It likes full sun. We're putting two to three year old seedlings on sale below. Most have about four leaves.

REGULAR PRICE BAND SIZE $55
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE $45

LICUALA SPINOSA
SUCKERING FILTERED LIGHT FAN PALM

EXOTIC WHEN WELL GROWN
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZED SEEDLINGS

FACTS ABOUT LICUALA SPINOSA

Common Names:	Spiny Licuala palm, Mangrove Fan Palm
ID:	2181
Locality:	Southeast Asia
Cold Hardiness:	26Âº F.
Trunk Type:	This palm has slender trunks (about an inch); crown is brown and fibrous.
Leaf Type:	Fan leaf, the petiole (leafstalk) is heavily armed with spines.
Suckering/Solitary:	Suckering (multiple trunks).
Maintenance:	Is a great palm for those who have some experience growing palms. Normal watering needs.
Speed of growth:	Slow
Height:	Approximately 8 feet
Soil requirements:	Rich soil with good drainage.
Sun requirements:	Shade or filtered light.
General Description:	This is a very nice palm for those who have experience growing palms. It can be a bit fickle but it is worth a try if you live in a warmer area.
Further Data:	If you like this palm see Rhapis excelsa, Licuala ramsayi, Licuala radula, Licuala elegans and Sabal mauritiiformis.

REGULAR PRICE BAND SIZE $55
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE $49.50
(Note: these are a simple ship for mail order)

BURRETIOKENTIA HAPALA
AN EXOTIC NEW CALEDONIAN PALM FOR SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

DROP DEAD GORGEOUS
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE

In the mid-1980's I began to grow some of the very cool palms from new Caledonia. By 1995 I was totally into it and this led to my arranging the fantastic International Palm Society Biennial trip to New Caledonia that happened during my tenure as President in the year 2000. I just didn't know of a better place for a bunch of palm enthusiasts to go and see some of the best palms in the world. This species, Burretiokential hapala, is one of those palms.

It is a crown shafted, single trun pinnate palm with a rather thin trunk of about eight inches that gets to a height of approximately 25 to 30 feet. It has an intriguing brown color to the stems and crown shaft area. It does not have the stripes you'd see with the Burretiokentia vieilllardii. Cold tolerance is about 25 degrees F, or perhaps a bit lower. So, it's comparable to a King Palm. If you can grow a King, you can grow this species. One of the keys to culture is not letting the ground it's in go dry. This species, like Chambeyronia, responds to water.

Shown here are the band size I'm putting on special. I'd recommend morning sun, a few hours of mid day sun, or bright filtered light. It's a great species to grow.

REGULAR PRICE BAND SIZE $65
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE $55

Remember: Mention this Special for you discount.

INTERESTING BLUE HYBRID ENCEPHALARTOS
ENCEPHALARTOS LONGIFOLIUS X PRINCEPS

WILL BE STRIKING BLUE HYBRID
TEN DAY SPECIAL JUVENILE 5 GALLON PLANTS

This is a hybrid cycad that was produced by using two blue South African cycads. Pollen from E. princeps was used to pollinate a female cone of E. longifolius. Both of these two parents are blue in sun and when mature - especially the E. princeps. As many of you know, Encephalartos princeps is one of the most sought after of the blue species. These juvenile plants have about three leaves and a caudex size of a bit under one inch. They will want full sun along the coast and should be cold hardy down into the very low 20's F. These can be mail ordered. They can remain in these 5g pots for several years. As this is an unusual cross, I can only show you nursery photos of pure longifolius and princeps below. I have no garden specimens of this hybrid available for pictures.

REGULAR PRICE 5G SIZE JUVENILE PLANTS THIS HYBRID $125
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5G THIS HYBRID & THIS SIZE $100

ENCEPHALARTOS TRISPINOSUS
BLUE SOUTH AFRICAN CYCAD

SOUGHT AFTER - SPINY LEAFLETS
LOVES SUN AND PRETTY COLD HARDY
TEN DAY SPECIAL – THREE YEAR OLD FIVE LEAF SEEDLINGS

Shown below is our band size plants of the desirable blue South African cycad, Encephalartos trispinosus. Most people find it's very similar to E. horridus. It is a small to medium sized mature blue cycad with leaflets that have prominent lobes. But, be aware that this species is quite variable and has many forms. There is even a spineless leaflet form. It likes full sun and is cold hardy to about 22 degrees F. These band sized plants are easy to ship. Of note, these seedlings are pretty nice, some with five or more leaves and an age of 3 years. They are probably ready to be repotted into a larger container.

REGULAR PRICE THESE BAND SIZE $75
TEN DAY SPECIAL THESE BAND PLANTS $65

CYCAS PETRAEA
SUPER RARE GREEN CYCAD FROM THAILAND

TWENTY YEAR OLD SPECIMEN WITH VASE SHAPED TRUNK
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS ACTUAL CYCAD

This is an unusual Cycas species from colder parts of northern Thailand. In locality, freezes are experienced and it's reported this species will even tolerate snow. Cycas petraea can get trunks over 15 feet tall in dozens of decades. More typically, domestic plant trunks are under three feet tall. Leaves are flat and green and about four to six feet long. Crowns consist of dozens of leaves. The bases of the trunks have a peculiar swelling to them as seen here. They can form a classical "water vase trunk" which is fat and swollen and then gets thinner above. Culturally, this species likes nice draining soil, temperatures above a freeze and part day or filtered sun. As an interior cycad, this would be one to try. This is probably one of the coolest Cycas species around. The plant on special is in a 7 gallon pot and is about 20 years old from seed. The caudex has the classic “vase” shape, is 9 inches wide at the base and 11 to 12 inches tall. As you can see it’s holding a nice set of softer green leaves. We’re putting this plant on a Ten Day Special. This is an old, near impossible species to find, especially with this size & age. It can be mail ordered.

REGULAR PRICE THIS ACTUAL PLANT $2100
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS ACTUAL PLANT $1675

The cycad on special is shown in the first six photos. The 8th photo is by Amazon.de website, the 9th by the late Ken Hill.

ENCEPHALARTOS ARENARIUS BLUE
PLANT BELOW FROM TWO SUPER BLUE PARENTS

FULL SUN PLANT IN MANY AREAS
CONING SIZE - GNARLY LEAVES
TEN DAY SPECIAL CONING SIZED PLANT

This sought after rare cycad is from the Republic of South Africa. There are both green and blue leaflet forms as well as many that are somewhere in between. The plant on sale reportedly came from two super blue parents but has not seen full sun. So, the color should improve to a nice blue although it doesn't show it yet. It is similar to E. horridus but the leaflets are less lobed and leaf color is anywhere from green to blue. It is a good growing species in Southern California. Along the coast it tolerates full sun. Far inland, part day sun or even strong filtered light is best. Cold hardiness is about 22 degrees F. Leaf length is three to five feet. A very mature plant may have three feet of trunk or a bit more. The plant on special is in a 15 gallon pot with a caudex of 10 inches. It can be mail ordered in a large box.

REGULAR PRICE THIS SPECIMEN CYCAD $1650
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS ACTUAL CYCAD $1315

Remember to mention this Special for your discount at the time of purchase.

KAHILI GINGER
HEDYCHIUM GARDNERIANUM

MEDIUM SIZED - GREEN LEAVES
SUPER FRAGRANT BLOSSOM
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15G SIZE

This suckering green Ginger is quick and easy to grow. It can take full coastal sun or part sun. Leaves are green and, unlike Shell Ginger, the blossoms are super fragrant - and have a very nice smell. Plants typically don't get over over 7 feet tall and have a tropical look. These 15g plants are good size with multiple tubers and near blossoming age. You can see the health of these plants here. The garden photo is c/o the Queensland Govt. website.

REGULAR PRICE 15G $195
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15G $175

Just mention this Special for your discount when you purchase.

FARFUGIUM JAPONICUM "SHISHI BOTAN"
THE RUFFLED LIGULARIA

RUFFLED, FRILLY LEAVES
TEN DAY SPECIAL ONE GALLON PLANTS

Most of you are familiar with the regular Ligularia that we offer at this Blog. This rare variety on special today has ruffled, frilly leaves and is quite attractive. It gets to a height of 18 inches, takes sun or shade and has yellow daisy-like flowers in the late Fall. They are also an "indicator" plant and tell you when the garden is going dry. Watering these immediately corrects this. Compared to the standard Ligularia, the leaves are quite different with curly and frill leaf edges. These are easy to grow and easy to ship.

TEN DAY SPECIAL 1 GALLON $35

Note that we also have 5 gallon size available.

HAEMANTHUS ALBIFLOS
UNDERSTORY COMPANION PLANT

WIDE "TONGUE-LIKE" LEAVES
INTERESTING SPRING - SUMMER BLOSSOMS
TEN DAY SPECIAL ONE GALLON CLUSTERING SIZE

This species is native to various regions of South Africa. It prefers filtered light but can tolerate some sun. Leaves are thick and green in color. In sun they are more of a lime green and shorter. Interesting blossoms emerge faithfully and are shown in a nursery plant below. Surprisingly, these are a bit difficult to find. They do tolerate cold into the mid-twenties or lower and are being grown in the SF Bay area with ease. The first four photos show the one gallon size on sale. Most are clustering with 2 to 3 plants per pot. They'll be blossoming with two months..

REGULAR PRICE THESE CLUSTERING 1 GALLON $45
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $35

Mail order possible. Mention this Special for this Blog Only Discounted price.

TILLANDSIA CLUSTERS
MANY AIRPLANTS IN ONE BUNCH

TEN TO FIFTEEN INDIVIDUAL BROMELIAD PLANTS TOGETHER
ABOUT TO GO INTO FLORID BLOSSOM

TEN DAY SPECIAL LARGE CLUSTERS

These New World epiphytic plants are great fun. They are one of the many genera of Bromeliads. Native to regions stretching from the Southern US down to South America, these plants attach to tree trunks, branches, posts, fences or anything they can find. Most do not live in the ground. They live off of natural rainfall or humidity and are not harmful to the hosting plant/tree. All will flower. Flower color on these plants is blue. They are just starting to flower now.

We have multiple varieties. Most growers divide plants into single plants and sell them one at a time. The plants on sale are clusters (natural) of ten to fifteen individual plants. And, we’re putting them on sale! These are very old clusters. You can put them on a piece of bark, wood or whatever you want. Or, hang them from a fence or mount them to a tree trunk.

TEN DAY SPECIAL THESE LARGE TILLANDSIA CLUSTERS: $75

Remember: Mention this Blog Special for your discount. These are easy to ship, weather permitting.

BEAUTIFUL PINK DWARF CANNA
NEVER OVER THREE FEET TALL

FLORID SUMMER BLOSSOMS
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

Canna Lilies are prominent summer blooming plants that can be grown in any region of Southern California. This variety has green leaves and does sucker. They are easy to grow. They go dormant in winter but almost always spring back in fall with quick growth and summer blossoms. The variety on Special is particularly nice because it stays small and has an abundance of prominently pink blossoms. They like sun or at least half sun. Water adequately and it'll be a crowd pleaser.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $85
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $65

Limited numbers available.

PLUMERIA PLANTS
LARGE ONE GALLON AVAILABLE
PRETTY AND DESIRABLE VARIETIES

SOME BRANCHING - PUT OUT LEAVES IN SPRING - BLOSSOM IN SUMMER
THREE DIFFERENT BLOSSOM TYPES SHOWN HERE
TEN DAY SPECIAL LARGE ONE GALLON PLANTS

We are pleased to offer three very beautiful varieties of Plumeria. We got these in 2 days ago and also had a “Hot Pink” variety which sold out the same day. Most are large for a one gallon and have branches. They are growing now and will show leaves shortly - and blossom in summer. I brought these in because all are super desirable varieties. They came from a private Plumeria enthusiast. These plants like sun and heat. Cold tolerance is down to a freeze or slightly below. If you plant some in your garden, remember to not water them in winter when it’s cold. This will cause rot. Limited supplies. We also have other sizes available, mostly larger.

REGULAR PRICE THESE ONE GALLON BELOW $65
TEN DAY SPECIAL THESE ONE GALLON $55

Remember: Mention this Special when you purchase.

*Plumeria pinang peach*

*Plumeria pink pansy*

Plumeria yellow

WEDNESDAY, 1 MARCH, 2023

FAN PALMS
THEY ALL JUST LOOK LIKE MEXICAN FAN PALMS

CORRECT?
I DON'T THINK SO.

All photos here are of fan palms. They were taken in the wild, in botanical gardens or at the nursery. But, all are of fan palms of one species or another. I've not labeled them because I'm presenting them as a group. From a structure point of view, a fan palm is a palm where all the segments (or leaflets) radiate from one central area. These can form a whole circle of leaflets, a half circle, or less. Compare this to a pinnate palm where leaflets come off a central leaf stalk. I.e., leaflets protrude laterally from a central stem, typically to either side.

Over the years I have heard people say hundreds of time things like "I don't like fan palms; they all look like Mexican Fans". Or, "Fan palms look like "desert palms". Or, "Fan palms are so boring; I like normal palms". If you were like me and had studied palms for almost forty years, what would you say to such comments? I usually just say something like "I understand" and show them typical pinnate palms. But, I am aware that nothing could be further from the truth.

There are such exotic fan palms of all types, shapes, sizes, color and textures. I've tried to demonstrate their varied appearance here. Fan palms comes from all corners of the world. Some are large trees, others tiny. Some species are for shade only. Some have silver undersides. And, others are almost white in color.

And, fan palms add a different look and dimension to the garden. A garden composed of only pinnate palms like King Palms is quite boring. One has to mix fans into a garden to add diversity and interest. I hope you can see with these photos how you could do this.
















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ROYSTONEA REGIA
THE CUBAN ROYAL PALM

LARGE SPECIMEN SIZED PLANTS AVAILABLE
SPECIMENS WITH FIFTEEN TO TWENTY-FIVE FEET OF TRUNK

This pinnate New World species is another favorite of many enthusiasts. It is native to Florida, Cuba and some surrounding areas. It is now well known that this palm can be grown in many areas of Southern California. If you can grow a King Palm, there's a good chance you can grow a Royal Palm. There are multiple species of Roystonea. The most common and sought after species is the Cuban Royal, Roystonea regia. Royal Palms love heat and sun. Cold tolerance is about 25 degrees F. They are fast growers.

I have an associate who’s company is offering very large Royal Palms with trunk heights of 15 to 25 feet. These are field grown in desert type areas of Southern California. These growers have become experts on digging and establishing their plants. They are sold in an assortment of trunk sizes and are all single trunk specimens. They are sold either bagged with a large root ball or in large boxes. They have been successfully dug and planted in many enthusiasts yards or on commercial sites.

If you are interested in learning more about availability and prices, email me directly at my email address on this webpage. The two garden photos are of Royal Palms thriving in the San Diego County area.

BECCARIOPHOENIX MADAGASCARENSIS
MEDIUM TO LARGE SIZE MADAGASCAR PALM

SINGLE TRUNK - GREEN LEAVES
SALE ON 20 GALLON PLANTS

It took over a decade for taxonomists to figure out how many species of Beccariophoenix there were in Madagascar. Thirty years ago there were felt to be two. They were distinguished by the presence or absence of "windows" in the juvenile leaves and for quite a while were referred to as "windows" and "no-windows" species by collectors. A third species was subsequently found in the High Plateau area of Madagascar. This newer species has been named Beccariophoenix alfredii.

Beccariophoenix madagascarensis is the original "no windows" species and is a single trunk green palm that gets to a height of about 30 feet. It has leaves that are green, upright and about ten feet long. A full crown has about a a dozen such leaves. There is no crown shaft and the trunk is about 16 inches in width. Although not overly tall, the crown of leaves is full. It wants full sun and has a cold tolerance in the 25 to 28 degree F. range. I know of multiple specimens here in the San Diego area. It has been quite difficult nowadays to find with the lack of importation of Madagascar seeds into the U.S.

We have a limited number of 20 gallon plants. We're putting them on sale. The large palm below is by Daryl Occonor via PACSOA.

REGULAR PRICE 20 GALLON $475
SALE PRICE THIS SIZE $425

CHAMAEDOREA TRUNKING RADICALIS
MEDIUM HEIGHT MATURE - THIN TRUNKS

RHOPALOSTYLIS BAUERI
NORFOLK ISLAND PALM

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON $235
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON $210

KING PALM
ARCHONTOPHOENIX CUNNINGHAMIANA

MEDIUM TO TALL, FULL OR PART DAY SUN
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON TRIPLES – SUN GROWN

The popular King Palm is also known as the Piccabeen Palm or Bangalow palm. It is native to several areas in Australia. It can in habitat get to sixty feet tall, but in Southern California is usually not over 40 feet tall. It is crown shafted with a gray trunk. The crown shaft is green with some brown speckled areas. Leaf length is 8 to 10 feet. It is not particularly rare. Other species of King Palms are. (we grow them all). Ramenta is present on the back of the leaflets, a hallmark of this species. Cold tolerance is about 25 degrees F. The plants below on Special are fairly tall triple 15 gallon plants. These plants have seen some coastal sun and should be ready to plant in most areas. We have a limited number available.

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON TRIPLES $195
TEN DAY SPECIAL THESE LARGE 15 GALLON TRIPLES $165

Mention this Blog Only Special at the time of purchase for this discounted price. We do have other sizes for sale.

BUTIA CAPITATA BLUE VARIETY
EASY TO GROW, NOT TOO TALL
BLUE VARIETY - COLD HARDY

FULL SUN AND MEDIUM MATURE HEIGHT
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE

For about a decade we've been offering this very desirable and sought after variety of Butia that has a nice blue color. Otherwise, it's quite similar to the regular gray-green Pindo Palm. The intensity of the blue color varies from plant to plant. But, the palm shown here came from a nice blue parent. Outdoors in hot sun, the color blue will intensify. Mature height is about fifteen feet or a bit more. Trunk diameter averages 12 to 16 inches. This palm loves full hot sun and can take down to 15 degrees F. So, almost all of you can grow this palm. This plant also does well in desert climates.

REGULAR PRICE 15G $195
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $175

Just remember: Mention this Blog Special for your discount. The 8th photo is by friend, Paul Craft - the 9th is a 25g plant at the Nursery. Also, it is possible to mail order and ship this size but it'd take a huge box.

DYPSIS CARLSMITHII
ORIGINALLY CALLED "DYPSIS STUMPY"

ATTRACTIVE AND DIFFERENT SINGLE TRUNK MADAGASCAR PALM
MEDIUM HEIGHT - THICK TRUNK
SALE OF 5 GALLON SIZE

The original specimen of this species was found in the garden of the now-late Don Carlsmith on the Big Island, HI. Friend Jeff Marcus grew this species from seeds of this single plant and, thirty years ago, referred to it as Dypsis "Stumpy". With the assistance of John Dransfield at Kew Gardens in the U.K., it was later given the name of Dypsis carlsmithii.

This is a medium sized, crown shafted pinnate palm with upright leaves that are green and arch at their ends. Leaves are keeled and the crown shaft is green with hints of orange. It was called "stumpy" by Jeff because the trunk is thick compared to many other Dypsis. Trunks are ringed and 12 to 14 inches thick. Mature height is twenty feet and it wants part day or full sun along the coast. Cold tolerance is into the upper 20's F. Nowadays, the only source of seeds for this species is domestic seeds so availability is very limited. We are putting a small number of 5 gallon on sale. The seventh photo is by Ryan Gallivan c/o PACSOA.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $125
SALE PRICE THIS SIZE $100

PRITCHARDIA HILLEBRANDII
A HAWAIIAN LOULU FAN PALM

MEDIUM SIZED MATURE - NICE SEMI-FLAT GREEN LEAVES
WHITE TOMENTUM ON LEAF STEMS AND INNER CROWN
TEN DAY SPECIAL THREE GALLON SIZE

If you like fan palms, then you have to try some Pritchardia palms. There are about 25 species of Pritchardia. All the best ones come from the Hawaiian Islands. The species from the South Pacific are to be avoided as they don't do well here. This species is from Hawaii and reaches a medium height of 25 feet. Leaves are green. They have white tomentum (hairs) on the leaf stem and trunk. I’d estimate the trunk diameter at about eight inches by my experience. It becomes clean as old leaf bases fall off. Growth rate is medium. This is a very attractive palm. I have one in my garden that gets partial sun and is at least 20 feet tall. Cold tolerance is into the mid-twenties F. Mail order easy.

REGULAR PRICE GOOD SIZE THREE GALLON $125
TEN DAY SPECIAL THESE THREE GALLON $95

COCCOTHRINAX ARGENTEA
MEDIUM SIZED FAN PALM

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON $145
TEN DAY SPECIAL 25 GALLON $125

Just mention this Blog Special when you purchase for your discount.

PINANGA CORONATA
SUPER BEAUTIFUL IVORY CANE PALM

SUCKERING FILTERED LIGHT EXOTIC PALM
TEN DAY SPECIAL 7 GALLON SIZE

This exotic suckering pinnate palm is native to Sumatra, Java and Sulawesi. It has thin trunks that can have a blonde color. Leaves are somewhat narrow, green in color with an unarmed petiole. Mature height in CA is usually about twelve feet although in the tropics they get much taller. They like filtered light but can take a bit of morning sun. Too much sun here will burn them. Cold hardiness is into the upper 20's F. I had a mature specimen that produced large numbers of purple fruit for years. This species is similar to Pinanga kuhlii but has more repetitive regular leaves and less mottling to the leaflets. Of note, some taxonomists consider these two species synonymous. Shown here are some 7 gallon plants which we’re putting on special.

REGULAR PRICE 7 GALLON $150
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $125

Remember to mention this Blog Only Special to get your discount at the time of purchase. Our 7g size is shown in the first 5 photos.

CHAMAEDOREA SARTORII
SINGLE TRUNK UNDERSTORY PALM

WANTS FILTERED LIGHT
HARD TO FIND
TEN DAY SPECIAL ONE GALLON SIZE.

This thin trunked understory palm is native to Mexico and several Central American countries. It has a thin trunk a half inch thick and green leaves with variability in the width of the leaflets. The terminal leaflets are often fused to give a large fishtail type of leaflet. It gets to about ten feet tall. It's a bit difficult to find. This size can be mail ordered.

REGULAR PRICE ONE GALLON $65
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $55

Remember to mention this Special at the time of purchase.

CARPOXYLON MACROSPERMUM
DROP-DEAD GORGEOUS CROWN SHAFTED PALM

NATIVE TO VANUATU
EXTREMELY HARD TO FIND
NOT VERY COLD TOLERANT
SALE ON ONE GALLON PLANTS

This extremely gorgeous crown shafted palm was introduced into the cultivation market perhaps 25 years ago. At that time and since, availability of seeds has very limited and seed prices high - as much as several dollars per seed. This is a single trunk palm with very arching green leaves and a lime green colored crown shaft. The trunk is medium sized and about 10 inches thick. Overall height is 15 to 20 feet. Leaves are keeled and leaflets continue nearly all the way to the base of the petiole. The base of the trunk is slightly swollen. The difficulty in growing this species is the lack of its ability to tolerate a freeze. Tolerated low temperatures are 33 to 34 degrees. With this said, some people in warmer microclimates have had success in growing this beautiful palm. It wants acclimation into full sun. The mature photos are c/o a friend in Vanuatu and are from a private garden. This is an extremely difficult species to find for sale.

REGULAR PRICE 1 GALLON $75
SALE PRICE THIS SIZE $65

COPERNICIA HOSPITA
THE BLUE CUBAN WAX PALM

EXTREMELY RARE SINGLE TRUNK FAN PALM
STUNNING BLUE SPECIES
TEN DAY SPECIAL ONE GALLON SIZE

TEN DAY SPECIAL ONE GALLON $65

DYPSIS DECARYI
THE TRIANGLE PALM

MEDIUM MATURE HEIGHT
THREE SIDED CROWN SHAFT WITH COLOR
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE

This Madagascar palm is known as the "Triangle Palm" because the crown shaft has three flat sides. This crown shaft has multiple colors including purple, silver and black. It gets to a mature height of about 22 feet in 3 decades. It loves heat and sun. Leaves are a gray-green color and there is prominent speckling in the inner crown with dark colors. It is slow growing. It has a cold tolerance of about 24 degrees F. The band size on special are healthy and near ready for repotting. These are easy to mail order.

REGULAR PRICE BAND SIZE $60
TEN DAY SPECIAL BAND SIZE $49.50

Remember to mention this Blog Special at the time of purchase.

ENCEPHALARTOS LEHMANNII
RARE BLUE SOUTH AFRICAN CYCAD FOR FULL COASTAL SUN

A FAVORITE AMONG CYCAD ENTHUSIASTS
TEN DAY SPECIAL GOOD SIZES & AFFORDABLE 5 GALLON PLANTS

This is a popular blue cycad from the Eastern Cape area of South Africa. I say “popular” because some people don't like spines and prickles. The leaflets of this species are narrow with only a point at the end. They are nothing as gnarly as E. horridus. The leaves and crown are very neat and uniform. The nearest species to this one is Encephalartos princeps. Trunks of E. lehmannii can get to five feet, but one with two to three feet of trunk is very old. Leaves average about four feet long and are strongly curled. Sometimes they'll almost do a 180 or more degree re-curve. Leaf color is intensely blue like E. horridus. But, you'll only see this color with full, hot sun. In shade or inside a greenhouse they are often green because they are not getting full sun and have lots of humidity. Cold hardiness is about 21 to 22 degrees F. In the desert only give it a few hours sun.

Shown below are E. lehmannii that are in 5 gallon pots. They have 4 to 6 leaves with caudexes 2 to 2.5 inches. Within a year they’d like to be repotted into larger containers or into the ground. This size is easy to mail order. We have about ten available this size.

REGULAR PRICE THIS SIZE 5 GALLON $300
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE 5 GALLON $245

SUPER UNUSUAL ENCEPHALARTOS HYBRID
F2 HYBRID WITH E. WOODII POLLEN

ENCEPHALARTOS (E. NATALENSIS X E. WOODII) X (ENCEPHALARTOS HORRIDUS X E. WOODII)
TEN DAY SPECIAL CITRUS POT SIZE

This should prove to be one of the most interesting hybrid Encephalartos available on the market. It is an F2 hybrid. These were done from domestic plants in Southern California. The hybridizer took pollen from the E. horridus x woodii to pollinate a receptive female of E. natalensis x woodii. As most know, E. woodii is extinct in the wild and only male plants are known to exist. E. horridus x woodii (Encephalartos "horwood") is one of the most sought after hybrids around. I've shown multiple photos of the plants on Special as well as close up photos of the leaves of both parents.

TEN DAY SPECIAL CITRUS POTS THIS HYBRID $125

I have limited numbers available. They'll not last long.

ENCEPHALARTOS LATIFRONS - TRAPPES VALLEY
UNBELIEVABLY RARE SOUTH AFRICAN CYCAD

ONE OF THE MOST COVETED CYCADS ON THE PLANET
MEDIUM SIZED MATURE - GORGEOUS AND DIFFERENT
TEN TEN DAY SPECIAL JUVENILE PLANTS IN 5 GALLON POTS

This extremely rare and hard to obtain species is almost extinct in its habitat location in South Africa. Fewer than a hundred plants remain and specialists say populations are declining. It has green or blue green leaves. There are two distinct cultivars of this plant, "Trappes Valley" and " green hills". Between the two types, the Trappes Valley form is more sought after. The plants on special are this “Trappes Valley” variety – from seed from domestic parents of both sexes of this form. This is a green cycad with a distinctive look. It has large, curved leaves. Leaflets are typically stacked and have wide, prominent lobes (modified spines) on their margins. This is a medium sized plant. Leaves can range in size from a meter to a meter and a half depending on cultivar. Stems tend can reach approximately three meters (ancient plant, this is a VERY slow growing species). It tolerates full sun along the coast and is cold tolerant down to about 22 degrees F. Please protect it from cold if you get colder than this.

We just obtained a nice selection of juvenile plants from a private collector. These are about 3 years old and in 5 gallon pots with 2-3 leaves. One or two have 5 leaves. Be aware that I just found one leaf new seedlings on line selling for $499. These are older and at a better price than this. Be aware these are near impossible to get and I only have one, maybe two left for sale.

TEN DAY SPECIAL THESE YOUNG 5 GALLON PLANTS AS SHOWN $455

DRACENA DRACO
THE DRAGON TREE

NOW AVAILABLE HUGE 25 GALLON SIZE WITH FOUR FEET OF TRUNK HEIGHT
IN GROUND MAKES MEDIUM SIZED MATURE TREE
TEN DAY SPECIAL 25 GALLON SIZE

This species of Dracena actually makes a rather large tree. It has thick silver leaves. It is native to the Canary Islands. It has the peculiar habit that, after a lengthy time, any given branch stops growing and then bifurcates or trifurcates, giving a very branched pattern. The trunk can get quite thick. It has fragrant white blossoms. It likes full sun and is cold hardy only into the mid-twenties F. Shown here below is our 25 gallon size that I’m putting on sale. They are good sized plants, overhead when you stand next to them. Bare trunk height is about four feet. These are way too big for standard mail order and would need a big SUV or pickup to transport. They are sun grown and ready for the garden. This tree wants full sun and does get rather large (see photo below).

REGULAR PRICE THESE LARGE 25 GALLON $550
TEN DAY SPECIAL THIS SIZE $450

Remember to mention this Blog Special when you purchase to get this price.

PANDANUS DUBIUS
SUPER RARE FORM OF SCREWPINE

BAKONG OR KNOB-FRUITED SCREWPINE
MEDIUM HEIGHT, AERIAL ROOTS
TEN DAY SPECIAL 4 INCH SIZE

For those interested in super rare and different tropical and companion plants, this species might interest you. Although we only have a few, it's one of three to four Pandanus species that we are currently offering. It is native to multiple islands in the South Pacific as well as Australia. It has a spiraling head of serrated strap leaves with a thin trunk that has large aerial roots for stabilizing the plant. Mature heights are 10 to 30 feet. They can sucker with stands of several trunks. It prefers a sunny location. Cold tolerance is not clarified at this time. I can say this is an extremely difficult plant to find for sale.

REGULAR PRICE THIS SIZE $60
TEN DAY SPECIAL 4 INCH $45

Easy to mail order. Mature plant photo by TS at RPS.

TASMANIAN TREE FERN
DICKSONIA ANTARCTICA

SLOW GROWING TREE FERN
WILL GET TO A MEDIUM HEIGHT
TEN DAY SPECIAL 5 GALLON SIZE

This species of Tree Fern is native to various localities in Eastern Australia. It doesn't get as tall as the Australian Tree Fern above and is much slower growing. Trunk diameter is a bit smaller as well. Mature height domestically is usually 10 to 15 feet although specimens in the wild are much taller. Leaves are green, four to six feet long and the trunk has old attached and furry leaf bases that gradually fall off. This species like strong filtered light of part day sun. It enjoys ample water and is cold hardy into the 20's F. We're putting nice 5 gallon plants on sale.

REGULAR PRICE 5 GALLON SIZE $75
SALES PRICE THIS SIZE $60

Remember to mention this Blog Special to get this price when you purchase.

AECHMEA SPECIES
BRANCHING YELLOW BLOSSOM

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AND OLD NEWSPAPERS AND BOXES

ECOLOGICAL AND HELPS OUR NURSERY
YOU'LL RECEIVE A DISCOUNT ON YOUR PURCHASE OR A CREDIT TOWARD FUTURE PURCHASE

I like to remind plant enthusiasts to recycle their plastic containers. We will take them and give you a credit toward any purchase at the nursery - when you drop them off or issue a credit toward a future purchase. Or, if you just don't know what to do with them and are conservative minded, drop them off at our nursery location. If you arrive off hours, just leave them in front of our entry gate. We'll put them to good use. We've been doing this for decades and think it's the right thing to do for the environment. On containers, we are especially looking for larger pots, 5g and bigger. Our nursery is plush with one gallon or smaller. We also really appreciate 5 gallon, 7 gallon, 15 gallon and citrus pots.

We are also recycling old cardboard boxes (Amazon types or otherwise) and newspapers.

So, don't give them to the garbage man for your local landfill. Bring containers to our nursery and receive a nursery credit for plastic/ceramic containers. The fourth photo shows all containers from a band to a 24 inch box, left to right.

5 gallon
15 gallon
25 gallon

All containers in a row

GIFT CERTIFICATE

CLICK TO READ ABOUT

ALSO - RECYCLE OLD NEWSPAPER -We can use it!

We utilize old newspaper to stuff our plants before we put them in vehicles. Newspapers also help us secure mail orders. And, we're always running out and don't like using new paper for this purpose - wasteful. So, we'd recycle those old newspapers that you have on hand. Just drop them off at the nursery any day Monday through Saturday. Thank you.

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AT ONCE - ONE PAGE

DESCRIPTION , PHOTOS, AVAILABILITY and REGULAR PRICES

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A LOOK AT THE NURSERY
QUICK PHOTO TOUR

Recently, on a drizzling day, sort of gray and gloomy, the following photos were taken by Alma, one of the staff. These pictures show the unique combination of palms, cycads and succulents that we're offering. You can see how nicely they all blend together. We're showing these photos so you get a feel for our Nursery.

GREAT PALM TREES FOR SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Below are pictures of about thirty five palm species that all do well in Southern California. In the group of palms below, I left off the most common species that, it seems, everyone knows about. So, there are no Queen Palms and Mexican Fan Palms below. But, this group includes species that may be a bit unusual and more interesting. This is not a complete list. For instance, within any given genus, there may be dozens other species that do well here. If I showed every species that you can grow, it would be too overwhelming. So, I've kept it simple and show representative pictures. I think, for a starting point, this will suffice.

I have chosen to show mature plants in gardens. I tried to use mostly pictures from gardens in Southern California to show examples. Some are from elsewhere. This provides a quick view of species that you may want to try. Some are for sun, others for shade. Some are more difficult to grow than others. I'm not commenting on each species presently. But, throughout my Blog, there are comments on almost all of these. If you don't live here in Southern California, realize that many of these species may live in your area as well.

I hope you enjoy this. We, of course, have most or all of these palms for sale at the nursery in an assortment of sizes. And, for your enthusiasts, we probably have several hundred other cool species for you to try.

Archontophoenix cunninghamiana
Bismarckia nobiis
Brahea armata
Caryota gigas
Chambeyronia macrocarpa

Chamaedorea costaricana
Coccothrinax species
Copernicia baileyana
Cryosophila species
Cyphophoenix species'

Dypsis decaryi
Dypsis decipiens (habitat)
Dypsis leptocheilos
Dypsis onilahensis
Euterpe edulis

Hedyscepe canterburyana
Howea forsteriana
Howea belmoreana
Jubaea chilensis
Kentiopsis oliviformis

Livistona decipiens
Parajubaea torallyi
Phoenix rupicola
Pinanga coronata
Pritchardia species

Pritchardia species
Ravenea glauca
Ravenea species
Rhapis humilus
Rhopalostylis sapida

Roystonea borinquena
Sabal causiarum
Syagrus pseudococos
Veitchia arecina
Wodyetia bifurcata

On all the genera above there may be many more species within the same genus that also grow well for us here. I apologize if I haven't included your favorite species in this group, but this is meant to be a brief introduction and I wanted to keep it simple. I have utilized these species in a brief article summarizing Palms for Southern California elsewhere at this website

PLANT CONTAINER SIZES

For growers here on the West Coast, there are black plastic containers that most of us use on our plants. Surprisingly, there are differences between the pots used on the West Coast and East Coast of the U.S. Here we refer to most containers by "gallon size" On the East Coast pots are referred to by "diameter in inches". So, back East you might find a plant in a "14 inch pot". Here is might be called a "15 gallon pot". If you visit our price and availability catalog, plants are shown by their pot size. I'm hoping that this Blog post this morning will help clarify what individual pots look like.

CONTAINER SIZE PHOTO EMPTY CONTAINER PHOTO OF PLANTS IN
THIS CONTAINER

BAND SIZE CONTAINER
This pot is 3 x 3 x 9 inches, square in shape. It is used for seedling plants. For most growers, it has replaced the one gallon pot. It is a bit deeper and easier to place in carrying trays. It also conserves space on benches because these can be placed close together. You can get a pretty nice plant in a band container, sometimes up to 30 inches tall.

ONE GALLON POT
This is a very common pot used, especially by flower growers and those producing small shrubs. It's a typical first step after germinating a seedling. We prefer using the band containers above as they conserve table and bench space more efficiently and are deeper. Diameter of this pot is six inches but it's only about seven inches deep.

TWO GALLON POT
This pot is 7 to 8 inches wide and about 8 inches deep. It is a nice size to move a band plant into. But, it is not particularly deep, so you have to make sure the roots fit into the container. This pot will produce an average plant that is about 2 feet tall. We grow a lot of palms in these pots.

FIVE GALLON POT
This pot is 10 inches wide and about 10 inches deep. It produces a plant that is one of the most common sized palms that we sell. It is popular because it's not too heavy to lift and plants are typically three to five feet tall, depending on the species.

SEVEN GALLON POT
We really like this container because it produces a good sized plant but isn't as heavy to carry as a 15g. But, for some manufacturing reason, this pot costs twice as much as a 15g. Therefore, most growers aren't buying this sized pot very much nowadays. It is 12 inches wide, and about 12 inches deep.

FIFTEEN GALLON POT
This is the most popular sized purchased by people who want a landscape or near-landscape ready size of plant. This container typically supports a palm from four to eight feet size. Weight of this size of container with soil and plant is usually sixty to ninety pounds. It's size is 15 to 16 inches wide and 16 inches deep. Note how this size pot usually has a nice carrying lip at the top of the pot.

TWENTY/TWENTY-FIVE GALLON POTS
This is the next size up from a 15g. These pots are typically about 18 to 20 inches wide and 16 to 18 inches deep. They weight anywhere from 125 to 150 pounds with their soil. They can produce a plant larger than the 15g, typically 8 to 10 feet. They usually have a flat lip on the top as shown. The pot shown here is actually a 25g pot. 20 g are a bit smaller.

24 INCH BOX CONTAINER
This box is 24 inches wide, square in shape and about 22 to 24 inches deep. The weight of this container depends on the mix, but is anywhere from 175 to 300 pounds (this heavier weight is if one is using a very heavy soil). It takes two men to lift one of these. We prefer plastic boxes as shown here, but they are much more expensive than wooden box. They last a very long time.

ALL POT SIZES IN A ROW
This pot shows all the sizes lined up in a row. In order, left to right are:

band size
one gallon
two gallon
five gallon
seven gallon
fifteen gallon
twenty gallon
24 inch box

SIZES WE USE NOT SHOWN HERE

Deep band containers
Citrus pots
25 gallon
30 gallon
35 gallon
45 gallon
30 inch boxes
36 inch boxes

Note: Larger pots/boxes can get very heavy and are too heavy to mail order by usual means - independent trucker needed for these.

Pots to left lined up in a row

Cycad in 36 inch box

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HOW THESE TEN DAY SPECIALS WORK

• NEW SPECIALS ARE ADDED FREQUENTLY AND EXPIRATION DATE FOR SALE PRICES ARE TEN DAYS AFTER INITIAL POSTING.
• SOON AFTER EXPIRATION, DATED SALE ITEMS WILL BE REMOVED FROM THIS PAGE
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"SHOPPING CART" BECAUSE ALMOST ALL CUSTOMERS NEED HELP WITH DECIDING WHAT TO ORDER. WE WANT YOUR PLANTS TO THRIVE!
• AT THIS THREAD, MOST RECENT SPECIALS ARE LISTED AT THE TOP
• TERMS OF SALE ARE GIVEN HERE BELOW - RESTRICTIONS AND CANCELLATION FEES MAY APPLY. SEE POLICIES (LINK BELOW).
• SOME ITEMS ARE IN LIMITED SUPPLY AND MAY SELL OUT QUICKLY • PHOTOS SHOWN ABOVE SOMETIMES ARE ONLY REPRESENTATIVE OF THE SALE ITEMS.
• MAIL ORDER PLANTS ARE SHIPPED TYPICALLY THE SAME DAY OR THE NEXT BUSINESS DAY IN THEIR CONTAINERS WITH SOIL TO GIVE YOU THE BEST CHANCES OF SURVIVAL
• SHIPPING CHARGES APPLY TO ALL MAIL ORDERS. ESTIMATES OF SHIPPING COSTS CAN BE GIVEN ON REQUEST.
• PURCHASED PLANTS CAN BE HELD FOR FREE FOR A LIMITED AMOUNT OF TIME (SEE POLICIES) AND SHIPPED WHEN YOU TELL US OR WEATHER PERMITS
• TO GET THESE DISCOUNTED PRICES, MENTION SPECIALS ABOVE AT THE TIME OF PURCHASE. IT'S SORT OF LIKE A "PAPERLESS COUPON"

TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR SALE ITEMS SHOWN ABOVE AND OTHER PURCHASES

• SALE PRICES ARE FOR A LIMITED TIME SHOWN ON EACH POST ABOVE
• ALL SPECIALS ARE FOR A TEN DAY PERIOD AND EXPIRE TEN DAYS AFTER INITIAL POSTING, USUALLY AT THE END OF NURSERY HOURS
• PLANT PRICES CAN CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE AND MAY NOT YET BE RECORDED ON OUR PRICE DATABASES
• AT NO TIME ARE THERE "DOUBLE DISCOUNTS" - PERCENTAGE DISCOUNTS DO NOT APPLY TO OTHER SPECIALS
• DISCOUNTS OR SALE SPECIALS DO NOT APPLY TO SHIPPING OR HANDLING CHARGES. THEY DO NOT APPLY TO SPECIAL ORDER PLANTS OR ITEMS WE HAVE TO SEARCH FOR APART FROM OUR OWN PLANT INVENTORY.
• SALES TAX MAY APPLY, DEPENDING ON WHERE YOU LIVE
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• CYCADS AND CITES LISTED ENDANGERED SPECIES ARE FOR DOMESTIC UNITED STATES USAGE OR PURCHASE ONLY
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• MAIL ORDER ITEMS SENT VIA FEDERAL EXPRESS PRESENTLY UNLESS OTHERWISE ARRANGED
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Nursery Location:

450 Ocean View Ave., Encinitas, CA 92024

Nursery Phone: 619 291 4605

Nursery Hours:
Monday - Saturday, 9AM - 4PM
Sunday typically closed

Directions to Nursery: Freeway Close. Take Freeway 5 to Encinitas
(10 minutes south of Oceanside, 30 minutes north of San Diego).
Exit Leucadia Blvd West (toward ocean).
Immediate left on Orpheus Ave, left on Union St,
Right on Ocean View Ave to Nursery, which is at 450 Ocean View Ave
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HOW THIS BLOG WORKS New plant arrivals, desirable species and requested plants included New species described every few days, most recent posts at top of thread Jump to older Blog Threads from links below. Blog discusses palm trees, cycads and tropical plants	LEARN ABOUT PALM TREES AND CYCADS Brief comments given below. We trim this thread frequently to maintain 30 day run. Information on sun requirements and cold tolerance given if available Pictures of mature specimens shown when possible In depth posts with lots of photos on some species
PRICING ON PLANTS SHOWN On some plants, pricing given with the post You can use quick link for all our prices: PALM PRICES OR CYCAD PRICES	SPECIALS AND SALES Specials below apply to drop in visits or mail orders. Photos are representative. All specials have a termination date and always expire when the current thread expires Ten Day Specials expire ten days after date of posting and are marked in red color. For any sale prices, you must mention all Blog Only Sale Prices when purchasing
DIRECTIONS TO NURSERY CLICK HERE for printable copy of DIRECTIONS 450 Ocean view Ave, Encinitas, CA 92024 Hours: M-Sat, 9AM to 4PM	CONTACT INFORMATION: Phone: 619 291 4605 Email: phil@junglemusic.net or click here FOR INSTANT EMAIL TO Phil
MAIL ORDERS Most orders sent in boxes with Fed Exp. No international shipping. Plants shipped in pots with soil. For larger plants use trucking services.	DELIVERIES (larger orders or larger plants) To almost anywhere within the continental U.S. Quite affordable. We deliver or we utilize independent trucking services on any size plants.

*Encephalartos altensteinii* Band size $55

Cycas debaoensis Band Size $85

Encephalarto cerinus Band size $85

Encephalartos eugene-maraisii Band size $95

Encephalartos ferox Band size $55

Encephalartos munchii Band size $75

Encephalartos paucidentatus Band size $75

Lepidozamia peroffskyana Band size $55

Encephalartos trasnsvenosus Band size $65

Encephalartos princeps	Encephalartos arenarius
Macrozamia communis	Cycas panzhihuaensis

Dypsis lutescens	Bismarckia nobilis	Roystonea regia
Dypsis leptocheilos	Chamaedorea hooperiana	Pritchardia species
Archontophoenix purpurea	Jubaea chilensis	Livistona chinensis
Caryota gigas	Acoelorrhaphe wrightii	Sabal causiarum
Rhapis humilis	Raenea glauca	Brahea armata
Parajubaea torallyi	Coconut Queen, Syagrus hybrid	Phoenix sylvestris
Howeas forsteriana	Hedyscepe canterburyana	Laccospadix australasica
Arenga engleri	Hyophorbe verschafeltii	Coccothrinax argentata
Dypsis decaryi	Dypsis decipiens	Trithrinax acanthicoma
Chamaedorea tepejilote	Rhopalostylis baueri	Dictyosperma albumm
Howea belmoreana	Chamaedorea costaricana	Phoenix rupicola
Butia capitata	Kentiopsis oliviformis	Chambeyronia hookeri
Pinanga coronata	Rhopalostylis sapida	Chambeyronia macrocarpa
Veitchia arecina	Beccariophoenix species	Archontophoenix alexandrae
Sabal riverside	Dypsis onilahensis	Laccospadix australasica
Burretiokentia koghiensis	Chamaedoerea plumosa	Pritchardia species

Butia capitata seeds with fresh yellow fruit	Chambeyronia seeds with red fruit Green seeds, not ready to pick	Livistona saribus seeds with blue fruit
Cleaning fruit off Jubaea chilensis	Float test: Note floating seeds	Float test - Astrocaryum seeds floating
Float Test: Note good seeds sink to bottom	Sinking seeds on float test	*Cavity in bad Astrocaryum mexicanum* seeds**
Cavity in Astrocaryum mexicanum	*Cavity in bad Gastrococos crispa* seeds**	Cavity in Gastrococus crispa

A LOOK AT THE NURSERY QUICK PHOTO TOUR Recently, on a drizzling day, sort of gray and gloomy, the following photos were taken by Alma, one of the staff. These pictures show the unique combination of palms, cycads and succulents that we're offering. You can see how nicely they all blend together. We're showing these photos so you get a feel for our Nursery.

Archontophoenix cunninghamiana	Bismarckia nobiis	Brahea armata	Caryota gigas	Chambeyronia macrocarpa
Chamaedorea costaricana	Coccothrinax species	Copernicia baileyana	Cryosophila species	Cyphophoenix species'
Dypsis decaryi	Dypsis decipiens (habitat)	Dypsis leptocheilos	Dypsis onilahensis	Euterpe edulis
Hedyscepe canterburyana	Howea forsteriana	Howea belmoreana	Jubaea chilensis	Kentiopsis oliviformis
Livistona decipiens	Parajubaea torallyi	Phoenix rupicola	Pinanga coronata	Pritchardia species
Pritchardia species	Ravenea glauca	Ravenea species	Rhapis humilus	Rhopalostylis sapida
Roystonea borinquena	Sabal causiarum	Syagrus pseudococos	Veitchia arecina	Wodyetia bifurcata

CONTAINER SIZE	PHOTO EMPTY CONTAINER	PHOTO OF PLANTS IN THIS CONTAINER
BAND SIZE CONTAINER This pot is 3 x 3 x 9 inches, square in shape. It is used for seedling plants. For most growers, it has replaced the one gallon pot. It is a bit deeper and easier to place in carrying trays. It also conserves space on benches because these can be placed close together. You can get a pretty nice plant in a band container, sometimes up to 30 inches tall.
ONE GALLON POT This is a very common pot used, especially by flower growers and those producing small shrubs. It's a typical first step after germinating a seedling. We prefer using the band containers above as they conserve table and bench space more efficiently and are deeper. Diameter of this pot is six inches but it's only about seven inches deep.

TWO GALLON POT This pot is 7 to 8 inches wide and about 8 inches deep. It is a nice size to move a band plant into. But, it is not particularly deep, so you have to make sure the roots fit into the container. This pot will produce an average plant that is about 2 feet tall. We grow a lot of palms in these pots.
FIVE GALLON POT This pot is 10 inches wide and about 10 inches deep. It produces a plant that is one of the most common sized palms that we sell. It is popular because it's not too heavy to lift and plants are typically three to five feet tall, depending on the species.
SEVEN GALLON POT We really like this container because it produces a good sized plant but isn't as heavy to carry as a 15g. But, for some manufacturing reason, this pot costs twice as much as a 15g. Therefore, most growers aren't buying this sized pot very much nowadays. It is 12 inches wide, and about 12 inches deep.
FIFTEEN GALLON POT This is the most popular sized purchased by people who want a landscape or near-landscape ready size of plant. This container typically supports a palm from four to eight feet size. Weight of this size of container with soil and plant is usually sixty to ninety pounds. It's size is 15 to 16 inches wide and 16 inches deep. Note how this size pot usually has a nice carrying lip at the top of the pot.
TWENTY/TWENTY-FIVE GALLON POTS This is the next size up from a 15g. These pots are typically about 18 to 20 inches wide and 16 to 18 inches deep. They weight anywhere from 125 to 150 pounds with their soil. They can produce a plant larger than the 15g, typically 8 to 10 feet. They usually have a flat lip on the top as shown. The pot shown here is actually a 25g pot. 20 g are a bit smaller.
24 INCH BOX CONTAINER This box is 24 inches wide, square in shape and about 22 to 24 inches deep. The weight of this container depends on the mix, but is anywhere from 175 to 300 pounds (this heavier weight is if one is using a very heavy soil). It takes two men to lift one of these. We prefer plastic boxes as shown here, but they are much more expensive than wooden box. They last a very long time.

PALM TREE, CYCAD & TROPICAL PLANT BLOG PLANTS FOR SALE

SPECIAL SALE ITEMS

NEW PLANT ARRIVALS & DISCOUNT PLANTS PALM TREE, CYCAD AND TROPICAL PLANT BLOG

LACCOSPADIX AUSTRALASICA SUCKERING MOUNTAIN FORM

SABAL MINOR THE DWARF PALMETTO

CHAMAEDOREA MICROSPADIX SEMI-DWARF SUCKERING BAMBOO PALM

CHAMAEDOREA TENELLA DWARF SINGLE TRUNK

CHAMBEYRONIA MACROCARPA THE FLAME THROWER PALM NEW RED EMERGING LEAF

BIRDS NEST ANTHURIUM ANTHURIUM HOOKERI

THE PERFECT COMPANION PLANT

AECHMEA SPECIES BRANCHING YELLOW BLOSSOM

DYPSIS LUCUBENSIS TALL, THIN TRUNKED PINNATE PALM

LIVISTONA LANUGINOSA THE CAPE RIVER LIVISTONA – THE WOOLY LIVISTONA

GAUSSIA MAYA A VERY DIFFERENT PALM FOR SO. CALIFORNIA

CHAMAEDOREA TRUNKING RADICALIS MEDIUM HEIGHT MATURE - THIN TRUNKS

ARCHONTOPHOENIX BEATRICAE RARE VARIETY OF THE KING PALM

PRESTOEA MONTANA AKA PRESTOEA ACUMINATA VAR. MONTANA

SABAL BLACKBURNIANA LARGE AND TALL FAN PALM

BURRETIOKENTIA HAPALA AN EXOTIC NEW CALEDONIAN PALM FOR SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

HELICONIA SCHIEDIANA BANANA-LIKE SUCKERING TROPICAL PLANT

CLIVIA MINIATA IN FLOWER NOW - ORANGE VARIETY FILTERED LIGHT PLANT

DYPSIS LUTESCENS THE ARECA PALM

SABAL CAUSIARUM LARGE TRUNKED TROPICAL FAN PALM

LIVISTONA LANGINOSA THE WOOLY LIVISTONA

ENCEPHALARTOS EUGENE-MARAISII BLUE SOUTH AFRICAN CYCAD FROM THE TRANSVAAL AREA

MONSTERA DELICIOSA “SWISS CHEESE PHILODENDRON”

MAIDENHAIR FERN GENUS ADIANTUM

RHOPALOSTYLIS HYBRID SAPIDA X BAUERI

CHAMAEDOREA CATARACTARUM THE CAT PALM

BRAHEA NITIDA FLAT GREEN LEAF - NATIVE TO MEXICO

RHOPALOSTYLIS SAPIDA THE SHAVING BRUSH OR FEATHER DUSTER PALM

ARCHONTOPHOENIX "TERACARPA" THE BEST KING PALM EVER!

TRACHYCARPUS FORTUNEI THE WINDMILL PALM ONE OF THE MOST COLD HARDY PALMS

ARCHONTOPHOENIX PURPUREA THE PURPLE CROWN SHAFT KING PALM

RHAPIS EXCELSA THE LADY PALM

RHOPALOSTYLIS CHEESEMANII MORE RARE SPECIES OF THIS GENUS

BUTIA PARAGUAYENSIS BLUE-GREEN BUTIA FROM SOUTH AMERICA

DIOON EDULE SMALL TO MEDIUM SIZED MEXICAN CYCAD

VARIEGATED SHELL GINGER NICE 5G SIZE READY FOR THE GARDEN

BIRDSNEST FERN - ASPLENIUM NIDUS EXOTIC UNDERSTORY FERN

PHLEBODIUM AUREUM THE BLUE STAR FERN

HIBISCUS MIDNIGHT RED BLOSSOM

CRYOSOPHILA STAURACANTHA SMALL TO MEDIUM SIZED TROPICAL FAN PALM

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON $245 TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON $225

CHAMAEDOREA TEPEJILOTE SINGLE TRUNK, TALL SHADE-LOVING PINNATE PALM

RAVENEA RIVULARIS THE MAJESTY PALM

PTYCHOSPERMA ELEGANS THE SOLITAIRE PALM - NATIVE TO AUSTRALIA

ENCEPHALARTOS LONGIFOLIUS X ENCEPHALARTOS PRINCEPS INTERESTING HYBRID OF TWO SOUTH AFRICAN CYCADS

ENCEPHALARTOS MSINGANUS NEARLY EXTINCT IN THE WILD

DIOON MEJIAE LUSH AND TROPICAL APPEARING

ENCEPHALARTOS LANATUS A RARE BLUE CYCAD FROM SOUTH AFRICA

PHILODENDRON XANADU EXOTIC COMPANION PLANT

ALOCASIA PORTORA GOOD SIZED, QUICK GROWING - ARROWHEAD SHAPED LEAVES SOMEWHAT DARK STEMS - TAKES FULL COASTAL SUN

TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON SIZE

HAWAIIAN TI PLANTS GREAT COLOR FOR THE GARDEN ASSORTMENT OF NEW VARIETIES AT NURSERY

ASSORTED BROMELIADS NEW ONES ARRIVING ALMOST WEEKLY

VEITCHIA MERRILLII HYBRID POTENTIAL TO GROW SOMETHING THAT CAN'T BE GROWN HERE

BRAHEA SPECIES "SUPER SILVER" NICE 7 GALLON PLANTS

BLUE WITH THINNER TRUNK THAT B. ARMATA TEN DAY SPECIAL 7 GALLON PLANTS

SABAL ETONIA SMALL FAN PALM NATIVE TO FLORIDA

ZAMIA AMBLYPHYLLIDIA DWARF GREEN CYCAD

SPANISH MOSS TILLANDSIA USNEOIDES

POTTING UP A NEW PALM SEEDLING PHOTOGRAPHS SHOWING TECHNIQUE - VEITCHIA SEEDLINGS

RHAPIS EXCELSA THE REGULAR LADY PALM

RHOPALOSTYLIS CHEESEMANII MEDIUM SIZED - GRACEFUL & BEAUTIFUL PALM

PHOENIX SYLVESTRIS TALL PALM WITH BLUE-GREEN LEAVES

HOWEA FORSTERIANA THE KENTIA PALM

KENTIOPSIS OLIVIFORMIS A GREAT CROWN SHAFTED PALM

CYCAS PANZHIHUAENSIS RARE GREEN CHINESE CYCAD EXCELLENT COLD HARDINESS

ENCEPHALARTOS LEHMANNII BLUE SOUTH AFRICAN CYCAD FOR SUN LOVES HEAT & SUN - COLD HARDY TO 22 DEGREES F. SMALL TO MEDIUM SIZED MATURE

FURCRAEA MACDOUGALII THE TREE FURCREA INTERESTING MEDIUM SIZED, SUN LOVING TREE BLUE-GREEN FOLIAGE - WATER CONSERVING

FARFUGIUM JAPONICUM VAR GIGANTEUM VARIEGATED GIANT LEOPARD LIGULARIA

REX BEGONIA - FIREWOMAN UNUSUAL MULTI-COLORED LEAVES

PHOTOS OF ASSORTED TROPICAL PLANTS FAIRCHILD TROPICAL GARDEN - MIAMI, FL

DYPSIS PLUMOSA THIN TRUNK PALM FROM MADAGASCAR

CHAMAEDOREA TEPEJILOTE SINGLE TRUNK, TALL SHADE-LOVING PINNATE PALM

CHAMAEDOREA BENZIEI RARE SINGLE TRUNK CHAMAEDOREA LIKE C. RADICALIS ON STEROIDS!

SERENOA REPENS SOUGHT AFTER BLUE FORM

CHAMAEDOREA COSTARICANA ONE OF THE BEST BAMBOO PALMS

CYPHOPHOENIX ELEGANS THE ELEGANT PALM

PALM TREE, CYCAD & TROPICAL PLANT BLOG
PLANTS FOR SALE

NEW PLANT ARRIVALS & DISCOUNT PLANTS
PALM TREE, CYCAD AND TROPICAL PLANT BLOG

LACCOSPADIX AUSTRALASICA
SUCKERING MOUNTAIN FORM

SABAL MINOR
THE DWARF PALMETTO

CHAMAEDOREA MICROSPADIX
SEMI-DWARF SUCKERING BAMBOO PALM

CHAMAEDOREA TENELLA
DWARF SINGLE TRUNK

CHAMBEYRONIA MACROCARPA
THE FLAME THROWER PALM
NEW RED EMERGING LEAF

BIRDS NEST ANTHURIUM
ANTHURIUM HOOKERI

AECHMEA SPECIES
BRANCHING YELLOW BLOSSOM

DYPSIS LUCUBENSIS
TALL, THIN TRUNKED PINNATE PALM

LIVISTONA LANUGINOSA
THE CAPE RIVER LIVISTONA – THE WOOLY LIVISTONA

GAUSSIA MAYA
A VERY DIFFERENT PALM FOR SO. CALIFORNIA

CHAMAEDOREA TRUNKING RADICALIS
MEDIUM HEIGHT MATURE - THIN TRUNKS

ARCHONTOPHOENIX BEATRICAE
RARE VARIETY OF THE KING PALM

PRESTOEA MONTANA
AKA PRESTOEA ACUMINATA VAR. MONTANA

SABAL BLACKBURNIANA
LARGE AND TALL FAN PALM

BURRETIOKENTIA HAPALA
AN EXOTIC NEW CALEDONIAN PALM FOR SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

HELICONIA SCHIEDIANA
BANANA-LIKE SUCKERING TROPICAL PLANT

CLIVIA MINIATA
IN FLOWER NOW - ORANGE VARIETY
FILTERED LIGHT PLANT

DYPSIS LUTESCENS
THE ARECA PALM

SABAL CAUSIARUM
LARGE TRUNKED TROPICAL FAN PALM

LIVISTONA LANGINOSA
THE WOOLY LIVISTONA

ENCEPHALARTOS EUGENE-MARAISII
BLUE SOUTH AFRICAN CYCAD FROM THE TRANSVAAL AREA

MONSTERA DELICIOSA
“SWISS CHEESE PHILODENDRON”

MAIDENHAIR FERN
GENUS ADIANTUM

RHOPALOSTYLIS HYBRID
SAPIDA X BAUERI

CHAMAEDOREA CATARACTARUM
THE CAT PALM

BRAHEA NITIDA
FLAT GREEN LEAF - NATIVE TO MEXICO

RHOPALOSTYLIS SAPIDA
THE SHAVING BRUSH OR FEATHER DUSTER PALM

ARCHONTOPHOENIX "TERACARPA"
THE BEST KING PALM EVER!

TRACHYCARPUS FORTUNEI
THE WINDMILL PALM
ONE OF THE MOST COLD HARDY PALMS

ARCHONTOPHOENIX PURPUREA

THE PURPLE CROWN SHAFT KING PALM

RHAPIS EXCELSA
THE LADY PALM

RHOPALOSTYLIS CHEESEMANII
MORE RARE SPECIES OF THIS GENUS

BUTIA PARAGUAYENSIS
BLUE-GREEN BUTIA FROM SOUTH AMERICA

DIOON EDULE
SMALL TO MEDIUM SIZED MEXICAN CYCAD

VARIEGATED SHELL GINGER
NICE 5G SIZE READY FOR THE GARDEN

BIRDSNEST FERN - ASPLENIUM NIDUS
EXOTIC UNDERSTORY FERN

PHLEBODIUM AUREUM
THE BLUE STAR FERN

HIBISCUS MIDNIGHT
RED BLOSSOM

CRYOSOPHILA STAURACANTHA
SMALL TO MEDIUM SIZED TROPICAL FAN PALM

REGULAR PRICE 15 GALLON $245
TEN DAY SPECIAL 15 GALLON $225

CHAMAEDOREA TEPEJILOTE
SINGLE TRUNK, TALL
SHADE-LOVING PINNATE PALM

RAVENEA RIVULARIS
THE MAJESTY PALM

PTYCHOSPERMA ELEGANS
THE SOLITAIRE PALM - NATIVE TO AUSTRALIA

ENCEPHALARTOS LONGIFOLIUS X ENCEPHALARTOS PRINCEPS
INTERESTING HYBRID OF TWO SOUTH AFRICAN CYCADS

ENCEPHALARTOS MSINGANUS
NEARLY EXTINCT IN THE WILD

DIOON MEJIAE
LUSH AND TROPICAL APPEARING

ENCEPHALARTOS LANATUS
A RARE BLUE CYCAD FROM SOUTH AFRICA

PHILODENDRON XANADU
EXOTIC COMPANION PLANT

ALOCASIA PORTORA
GOOD SIZED, QUICK GROWING - ARROWHEAD SHAPED LEAVES
SOMEWHAT DARK STEMS - TAKES FULL COASTAL SUN

HAWAIIAN TI PLANTS
GREAT COLOR FOR THE GARDEN
ASSORTMENT OF NEW VARIETIES AT NURSERY

ASSORTED BROMELIADS
NEW ONES ARRIVING ALMOST WEEKLY

VEITCHIA MERRILLII HYBRID
POTENTIAL TO GROW SOMETHING THAT CAN'T BE GROWN HERE

BRAHEA SPECIES "SUPER SILVER"
NICE 7 GALLON PLANTS

BLUE WITH THINNER TRUNK THAT B. ARMATA
TEN DAY SPECIAL 7 GALLON PLANTS

SABAL ETONIA
SMALL FAN PALM NATIVE TO FLORIDA

ZAMIA AMBLYPHYLLIDIA
DWARF GREEN CYCAD

SPANISH MOSS
TILLANDSIA USNEOIDES

POTTING UP A NEW PALM SEEDLING
PHOTOGRAPHS SHOWING TECHNIQUE -
VEITCHIA SEEDLINGS

RHAPIS EXCELSA
THE REGULAR LADY PALM

RHOPALOSTYLIS CHEESEMANII
MEDIUM SIZED - GRACEFUL & BEAUTIFUL PALM

PHOENIX SYLVESTRIS
TALL PALM WITH BLUE-GREEN LEAVES

HOWEA FORSTERIANA
THE KENTIA PALM

KENTIOPSIS OLIVIFORMIS
A GREAT CROWN SHAFTED PALM

CYCAS PANZHIHUAENSIS
RARE GREEN CHINESE CYCAD
EXCELLENT COLD HARDINESS

ENCEPHALARTOS LEHMANNII
BLUE SOUTH AFRICAN CYCAD FOR SUN
LOVES HEAT & SUN - COLD HARDY TO 22 DEGREES F.
SMALL TO MEDIUM SIZED MATURE

FURCRAEA MACDOUGALII
THE TREE FURCREA

INTERESTING MEDIUM SIZED, SUN LOVING TREE
BLUE-GREEN FOLIAGE - WATER CONSERVING

FARFUGIUM JAPONICUM VAR GIGANTEUM
VARIEGATED GIANT LEOPARD LIGULARIA

REX BEGONIA - FIREWOMAN
UNUSUAL MULTI-COLORED LEAVES

PHOTOS OF ASSORTED TROPICAL PLANTS
FAIRCHILD TROPICAL GARDEN - MIAMI, FL

DYPSIS PLUMOSA
THIN TRUNK PALM FROM MADAGASCAR

CHAMAEDOREA TEPEJILOTE
SINGLE TRUNK, TALL
SHADE-LOVING PINNATE PALM

CHAMAEDOREA BENZIEI
RARE SINGLE TRUNK CHAMAEDOREA
LIKE C. RADICALIS ON STEROIDS!

SERENOA REPENS
SOUGHT AFTER BLUE FORM

CHAMAEDOREA COSTARICANA
ONE OF THE BEST BAMBOO PALMS

CYPHOPHOENIX ELEGANS
THE ELEGANT PALM

DYPSIS DECARYI
THE TRIANGLE PALM

ENCEPHALARTOS PAUCIDENTATUS
MEDIUM TO LARGE RARE SOUTH AFRICAN CYCAD

ZAMIA FISCHERI
AKA ZAMIA VASQUEZII