Cordyline australis
(cabbage palm)

Evergreen shrub resembling a palm available in various colours and variegations.

Height: 15 to 25 ft

Hardiness: The plain green leafed variety seems to be perfectly hardy in this area, some of the more colourful varieties may not be.

Propagation: Can be grown from seed sown in spring. Suckers can be removed from parent plants when well rooted.

Notes: How exotic can you get, palm trees in East Anglia? If you've got the patience a very rewarding plant particularly when in flower, 7 - 9 years. Removing the dead leaves from the trunk is best done in late spring so that they can provide some winter protection.