Windmill Palm
The Windmill Palm is the toughest, most cold-resilient upright palm on the planet, not phased by the snow storm of 2025 . It’s famous for thriving in places like Seattle, Vancouver, and even parts of the UK. With its slender, 'hairy' trunk and compact head of lush green fans, it provides a sophisticated, resort-style aesthetic without the fear of winter kill. It’s the perfect 'set it and forget it' palm for homeowners who want maximum style with minimum worry. It has a very slender, fiber-covered trunk (resembling burlap) and a compact canopy, making it ideal for narrow spaces between houses or along walkways or even in pots.
Mature Height: 10–25 feet (Can reach 40ft in perfect coastal conditions).
Zones 7–11.
Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate (Roughly 6–12 inches of trunk per year).
light: Full Sun to Partial Shade (One of the few palms that thrives in shade).

