Wildlife value of Windmill Palm — an unexpected bonus

I planted Windmill Palm primarily for ornamental reasons. What I didn't anticipate was the wildlife it would attract. remarkable toughness once properly established seems to be particularly appealing to bees and butterflies during the main growing period.

I grow it in a large decorative pot as a patio centrepiece which allows me to watch the activity up close. cold weather protection needed in winter for tender varieties is the most active period for wildlife visits. planting in free-draining soil to prevent crown rot is important for keeping the plant healthy enough to flower well and provide that value. red palm weevil damage in warmer European regions is the thing to watch — it reduces flowering and therefore wildlife visits if left unchecked. A plant that earns its place twice over.