Kentia Palm Howea forsteriana

Kentia Palm (Timeless elegance for every outdoor living space)

Howea forsteriana

Howea forsteriana (Kentia Palm)

The premium palm for sophisticated Australian gardens

Howea forsteriana, commonly known as the Kentia Palm, is one of the world’s most elegant and versatile palms. Renowned for its graceful arching fronds, slender trunk and exceptional adaptability, this evergreen palm is equally at home in gardens, courtyards, poolside landscapes and large containers. Thriving in part shade to full sun once established, it is well suited to Melbourne’s climate in sheltered locations and offers year-round tropical beauty with minimal maintenance. If you’re looking to buy a premium palm for Melbourne gardens, Howea forsteriana is an outstanding choice.

Specifications

Feature Details
Botanical Name Howea forsteriana
Common Name Kentia Palm
Plant Type Evergreen Palm
Mature Height 8–12 metres
Mature Width 2–4 metres
Position Part Shade to Full Sun
Water Requirements Moderate
Growth Rate Slow to Moderate
Frost Tolerance Light frost once established
Suitable Uses Feature planting, courtyards, poolside gardens, tropical landscapes, large pots, entrances, indoor feature plant when young

Why Buy Howea forsteriana?

For timeless elegance and effortless sophistication, Howea forsteriana is hard to surpass. Its beautifully arching, feather-like fronds create a lush tropical feel while its slow, refined growth makes it perfect for both compact and spacious gardens. Highly valued for its durability and low-maintenance nature, the Kentia Palm performs exceptionally well in sheltered outdoor settings and can also be enjoyed indoors while young. Whether used as a striking specimen or planted in groups, it delivers lasting beauty and architectural appeal.

Why You’ll Love It

Benefit Description
🌴 Elegant Fronds Graceful arching foliage creates a timeless tropical look.
🏡 Versatile Ideal for gardens, courtyards, patios and large containers.
🌿 Evergreen Provides year-round greenery and structure.
🌤️ Shade Tolerant Performs beautifully in part shade and sheltered positions.
🪴 Great in Pots Excellent for patios, entrances and indoor use when young.
💧 Low Maintenance Easy to care for once established.
❄️ Light Frost Tolerant Suitable for many temperate Australian gardens.
✨ Architectural Feature Adds height, elegance and a resort-style atmosphere.

Graceful, hardy and effortlessly tropical year-round

Add enduring beauty to your landscape with Howea forsteriana, the iconic Kentia Palm celebrated for its graceful foliage and refined appearance. Perfect for Melbourne gardens, poolside settings and stylish courtyards, this premium palm creates a luxurious tropical atmosphere without demanding constant maintenance. Its elegant form, adaptability and long lifespan make it one of the finest feature palms for both contemporary and traditional outdoor spaces.

$52.25 – $384.25 inc. GST

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Height: 1 - 2m
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Melbourne Metro deliveries cost $55.00.
Expect your delivery to arrive between 1 and 5 business days.

The Mornington Peninsula ** Mt Eliza to Portsea ** and Geelong deliveries cost $77.00.
Expect your delivery to arrive between 1 and 5 business days.

Outer Melbourne / Semi Regional deliveries cost $165.00.
Expect your delivery to arrive between 1 and 7 business days.

Regional Victoria deliveries cost between $264.00 – $330.00
Expect your delivery to arrive between 3 and 7 business days.

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