SEED - Silver Bismarck Palm, 3 germinated seeds dioon formed of a bulging grey

formed of a bulging grey trunk which tapers towards a crown of gorgeous arching leaves

purple-maroon fruit

Beautiful indeed

or around stair rails

but generally at its best when mass-planted in semi-shade and in relatively dry conditions

SEED - Silver Bismarck Palm, 3 germinated seeds dioon formed of a bulging greyOne of the world's most stunning palms! Very hard to find these in NZ. Bismarckia nobilis is native to Madagascar and is a warm temperate to tropical palm which needs plenty of space and full sun. Although it is a warm climate palm, it will also tolerate drought and light frost when well established. It is also quite resistant to pests and disease and can handle a wide range of soil types so long as they are well drained. In good conditions Bismarckia