{"product_id":"archontophoenix-alexandrae-multi-planted","title":"Alexandra Palm (Multi-Stem) - Archontophoenix alexandrae","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice includes everything:\u003c\/strong\u003e the plant, free delivery and professional installation by our planting team. One price, whole job done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlexandra Palm (Multi-Stem) - Archontophoenix alexandrae\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA multi-stem Alexandra palm is several palms grown together at staggered heights, so the clump reads as an established stand rather than a single bare trunk. \u003cem\u003eArchontophoenix alexandrae\u003c\/em\u003e is the north Queensland rainforest palm behind most resort and poolside planting in warm Australia: slender ringed trunks, a clean green crownshaft, and fronds with silver undersides that flash when the breeze moves. It is faster and more heat driven than the Bangalow palm, which is why designers reach for it in genuinely warm coastal gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy Alexandra Palm\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLayered clump\u003c\/strong\u003e: Staggered trunk heights give three tiers of canopy instead of one, filling a courtyard or pool corner immediately.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSilver frond reverse\u003c\/strong\u003e: The leaf undersides are distinctly silver grey, so the canopy shifts tone with every gust.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelf cleaning trunk\u003c\/strong\u003e: Spent fronds drop away cleanly from the ringed grey trunk, leaving very little pruning or clean up.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall footprint\u003c\/strong\u003e: Roots are fibrous and non invasive, so clumps sit comfortably close to paving, pool coping and paths.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine speed\u003c\/strong\u003e: Given warmth, water and feeding it is among the fastest palms grown in Australia.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIdeal Applications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoolside feature\u003c\/strong\u003e: The clump gives height and shade without the bulk of a shade tree or the mess of a fruiting canopy.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEntry statement\u003c\/strong\u003e: A single multi-stem clump either side of a driveway entry frames the approach with instant scale.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCourtyard and light well\u003c\/strong\u003e: Narrow trunks let a clump occupy a tight space while the canopy sits above roof height.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTropical understorey backdrop\u003c\/strong\u003e: Underplant with gingers, philodendrons and cordylines for a layered rainforest planting.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecimen \u0026amp; Installation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing (screening\/hedge):\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 to 3m between clumps for a continuous palm row\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing (feature\/avenue):\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 to 6m between clumps\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest Planting Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring through to early autumn while soil is warm; avoid planting into cold winter soil in cooler districts\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil \u0026amp; Drainage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep, friable, humus rich soil that holds moisture but drains freely; avoid clay pans and stagnant water\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstablishment Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply two or three times a week through the first two summers, tapering only once new fronds are emerging on schedule. Keep a 75mm layer of coarse mulch clear of the trunk base and feed with a palm specific fertiliser in spring and again in mid summer.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 to 15m over time, led by the tallest stem\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 to 5m\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun once hardened, with shelter from cold and salt laden wind; young plants appreciate part shade\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative to:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coastal and riverine rainforest of northern and central Queensland\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cream to white, followed by red fruit\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Direct","offers":[{"title":"400mm","offer_id":59795263881502,"sku":"ND-0155-400MM","price":800.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"45L","offer_id":59795263914270,"sku":"ND-0155-45L","price":800.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100L","offer_id":59795263947038,"sku":"ND-0155-100L","price":1000.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200L","offer_id":59795263979806,"sku":"ND-0155-200L","price":2300.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"285L","offer_id":59795264012574,"sku":"ND-0155-285L","price":2975.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300L","offer_id":59795264045342,"sku":"ND-0155-300L","price":3225.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/2536\/8862\/files\/6kKOnby8Vm5-sQiIeK7MZ_qltepUmP.jpg?v=1787311435","url":"https:\/\/nurserydirect.com.au\/products\/archontophoenix-alexandrae-multi-planted","provider":"Nursery Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}