About
Livistona australis, the cabbage palm, is a single-stemmed, evergreen fan palm from Australia producing long-stalked, fan-shaped leaves and panicles of cream flowers in summer. A rewarding and architectural palm for a frost-free, sunny, sheltered garden.
About the genus
Livistona are single-stemmed, evergreen palms with long-stalked, fan-shaped leaves and small, cream or pale-yellow flowers borne in panicles among the leaves. Grown as specimen palms in frost-free, sunny, sheltered gardens.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead or damaged growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed as appropriate.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Monitor for common garden pests.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.