An ideal specimen plant for a sunny, protected border or patio. An architectural, palm-like, evergreen tree, usually forming a single trunk and bearing several stout, ascending branches. Each branch is crowned by a large, dense mass of long, leathery, sword-like leaves. Small, fragrant, creamy-white flowers are produced in large, terminal panicles in early summer. Leaves grow 30-90cm (1-3ft) long. Native to New Zealand.
Height 6m (20ft), Spread 4m (13ft), 20-50 years to maturity.