Jersey’s cordyline australis are blooming ‘exceptionally’ and earlier than usual because of the dry spring weather.
Along the coast, in private gardens and public parks, this species of tree, brought to the British Isles centuries ago from New Zealand by intrepid plant hunters, is feeling more at home thanks to a mild start to the year.
The exotic trees, more commonly known as Torbay palms, were originally called ti kouka by the Maori people, who believe that an early and profuse flowering of the tree indicates a hot summer to come.
The trees have been popular in British seaside resorts and cities with sheltered climates since Victorian times because of their exotic, palm-like appearance.
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