Stone Gate Palm

Trachycarpus princeps is a slow-growing evergreen fan palm known for its broad leaves with pale, waxy undersides. It forms a solitary trunk and can be grown in a sheltered garden or as a conservatory specimen; the RHS lists an 8–12 m mature height and a 1.5–2.5 m spread, so the displayed labels describe a range rather than a single point. The [RHS profile for Trachycarpus princeps](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/227929/trachycarpus-princeps/details) describes the species and its garden setting. ## Maintenance Plant in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun or lightly dappled shade. Protect the palm from strong or cold drying winds, hard winter frost, and intense sun while young; remove old leaves close to the trunk as needed.