Washingtonias

One of the most popular palm trees here in the Orihuela Costa are the 'The Washingtonias' also known as the Desert Fan Palm.

They love this climate. These tall and majestic palms can reach a height of 25m. Once a year small white flowers form which turn into black seeds. These seeds are easy to germinate. Many have done so in my own garden where I have small palms growing in many of my flower borders and pots.

The dead leaves hang down and form a skirt, however ours are trimmed once a year to keep them looking their best.

They are a protected species and you have involve the local authorities if you want one removed.