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Teddy Bear Palm - Dypsis leptocheilos
Premium advanced landscape stock selected for residential, estate and commercial projects.
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Product Details
Overview & Specifications
Teddy Bear Palm - Dypsis leptocheilos
One of the most visually distinctive palms available, the Teddy Bear Palm commands attention through its signature velvety, red-brown trunk and sweeping feathered fronds. Advanced specimens deliver immediate resort-calibre presence, no waiting, no compromise.
Why Teddy Bear Palm
Distinctive Trunk Character: Dense, red-brown fibrous sheathing on the crown shaft sets this species apart from any other palm in the Australian market.
Architectural Frond Structure: Long, arching pinnate fronds create a refined tropical canopy suited to high-end residential and commercial landscapes.
Proven Performance: Tolerates full sun and adapts to partial shade; drought-tolerant once established with minimal ongoing intervention required.
Container or In-Ground: Performs with equal authority in large statement pots or as a permanent landscape specimen.
Moderate to Fast Establishment: Advanced stock hits the ground running, shortening the timeline from installation to full visual impact.
Ideal Applications
Signature Feature Specimen: Planted as a solitary focal point within a structured landscape composition.
Poolside and Entertaining Zones: Delivers a considered tropical aesthetic for luxury residential and resort projects.
Entry Statements and Driveways: Paired or grouped plantings create immediate prestige at arrival points.
Terrace and Courtyard Containers: Large-format pot specimens for rooftop gardens, podium landscapes, and high-end outdoor living spaces.
Specimen & Installation
Spacing (feature/avenue): 4–6m
Planting Season: Spring to early summer
Soil & Drainage: Well-drained, fertile soil; tolerates a range of soil types but dislikes waterlogging
Establishment Care: Water deeply and regularly for the first 12 months to establish a strong root system. Apply a slow-release palm fertiliser and a thick layer of organic mulch around the base, keeping it clear of the trunk.
Plant Details
Height: 6–9m
Width: 3–5m
Growth Rate: Moderate
Foliage: Evergreen
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Native to: Madagascar
Flower Colour: Cream
Delivery
Specialist transport for advanced stock
Every order is wrapped, secured and palletised for delivery. Freight starts from $199.95 and is structured so larger orders receive better delivery value.
- Delivery is calculated by order value, with clear freight tiers shown before payment.
- Delivery estimated at 5-8 business days.
Freight Pricing
Freight table
Nursery Direct uses specialist nursery freight for advanced trees, palms and landscape stock. Freight is calculated using clear order-value tiers so customers can review delivery costs before completing their order.
| Order value | Freight |
|---|---|
| $0.01 to $1,000.01 | $199.95 |
| $1,000.02 to $1,400.01 | $249.95 |
| $1,400.02 to $1,650.01 | $299.95 |
| $1,650.02 to $1,950.01 | $349.95 |
| $1,950.02 to $2,250.01 | $399.95 |
| $2,250.02 to $2,500.01 | $449.95 |
| $2,500.02 to $2,750.01 | $499.95 |
| $2,750.02 to $3,000.01 | $549.95 |
| $3,000.02 to $3,350.01 | $599.95 |
| $3,350.02 to $3,650.01 | $649.95 |
| $3,650.02 to $3,850.01 | $699.95 |
| $3,850.02 to $4,150.01 | $749.95 |
| $4,150.02 to $4,450.01 | $799.95 |
| $4,450.02 to $4,750.01 | $849.95 |
| $4,750.02 to $5,000.01 | $899.95 |
| $5,000.02 to $5,250.01 | $949.95 |
| $5,250.02 to $5,550.01 | $999.95 |
| $5,550.02 to $5,850.01 | $1,049.95 |
| $5,850.02 to $6,100.01 | $1,099.95 |
| $6,100.02 to $6,350.01 | $1,149.95 |
| $6,350.02 to $6,650.01 | $1,199.95 |
| $6,650.02 to $6,950.01 | $1,249.95 |
| $6,950.02 to $7,250.01 | $1,299.95 |
| $7,250.02 to $7,500.01 | $1,349.95 |
| $7,500.02 to $7,750.01 | $1,399.95 |
| $7,750.02 to $8,000.01 | $1,449.95 |
| $8,000.02 to $8,350.01 | $1,499.95 |
| $8,350.02 to $8,650.01 | $1,549.95 |
| $8,650.02 to $8,850.01 | $1,599.95 |
| $8,850.02 to $9,150.01 | $1,649.95 |
| $9,150.02 to $9,450.01 | $1,699.95 |
| $9,450.02 to $9,750.01 | $1,749.95 |
| $9,750.02 and above | $1,799.95 |
For difficult access, oversized specimen stock, crane or machinery requirements, remote areas or commercial projects, please request project pricing before purchasing so our team can confirm the most appropriate freight method.
Installation
Professional installation available
Nursery Direct can arrange professional installation of advanced trees, specimen palms and landscape stock throughout many areas of Australia. Installation pricing varies depending on access, machinery requirements, tree size, planting conditions and location.
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Built for serious landscapes
Nursery Direct gives customers access to mature trees, specimen palms and advanced stock for high-end residential and commercial landscapes.
- Mature trees and specimen palms
- Online ordering and project support
- Sourcing for hard-to-find stock
- Residential and commercial supply
