Bangalow Palm

Bangalow Palms grow in an upright, single-stemmed form with lush, feathered fronds that create a soft tropical canopy. Their tidy structure and slender profile make them perfect for layered plantings or lining paths and driveways.

Height: Can grow up to 12 metres in ideal conditions; often maintained at 3–6 metres in suburban gardens

Trunk: Smooth and slender with soft grey tones and slight ring markings

Fronds: Long, arching fronds with a feathery texture; typically 2–3 metres in length

Growth Rate: Fast-growing under the right conditions—ideal for quick results in new landscapes

Spacing: Narrow crown spread, making it excellent for compact spaces or dense plantings

As Archontophoenix cunninghamiana matures, it develops a graceful form and often sheds lower fronds naturally, giving it a clean, elegant silhouette without requiring much maintenance.

The Bangalow Palm (Archontophoenix cunninghamiana) is a low-fuss, self-maintaining palm that flourishes with minimal attention once established.

Watering: Enjoys regular watering, especially in warmer months. Keep the soil consistently moist but well-drained.

Soil: Grows best in free-draining, rich loamy soil. Suitable for both garden beds and larger planters with good drainage.

Feeding: Use a slow-release palm fertiliser 2–3 times annually to support healthy green fronds and fast growth.

Pruning: Simply remove spent fronds as they naturally age. The palm has a self-cleaning habit, making maintenance easy.

Mulching: Keep a thick mulch layer around the base to retain moisture and keep roots cool – avoid contact with the trunk.

Archontophoenix cunninghamiana is surprisingly hardy and adaptable, tolerating light frosts and windy conditions once mature.