JC Tree Services

Tree Services Gold Coast Arborists

Call Jez
0418 451 814
"We see the wood for the trees"
  • Home
  • Local Arborists
    • We Are Hiring!
  • Tree Services
    • All Services
    • Gold Coast Tree Removal Services
    • Gold Coast Stump Grinding
    • Gold Coast Tree Pruning
    • Gold Coast Tree Lopping
    • Palm Tree Removal & Pruning
    • Gold Coast Arborist Reports
    • Land Clearing Gold Coast
    • 24 hour Emergency and Storm Call-Out
  • Testimonials
  • Gallery
  • Blog
  • Contact Us

6 Common Types Of Palm Trees in Queensland

22/01/2020 by JCTreeServices

  • SHARE ON... 

palm tree typesClose your eyes and think of Queensland. What do you see? Beautiful coastlines, amazing sunshine, happy people, and … palm trees (of course!). You may see them all over the world, and especially in tropical and sub-tropical climates, but palm trees are an absolutely iconic part of Queensland’s natural beauty – which is why we are celebrating their incredible diversity and variety in this article today!

With over 27 years of tree services experience, we’ve seen many examples of different types of palm trees, which look especially stunning after professional palm pruning. Here are the most common palm tree varieties in Queensland…

1. Washingtonia Palms

They may be native to America and Mexico, but you’ll spot these distinctive palm trees in Queensland too. Some call them fan palms, because the leaves arrange themselves in a rounded ‘fan’ shape. Washingtonia palms can grow as high as 100 feet, so you might want to think about that before planting one in your backyard!

washingtonia palm tree types

2. Alexander Palms

These types of palms leave us with mixed feelings, even though they are native to Queensland. Also known as King palms, they have a very regal appearance but unfortunately have been declared by some councils as a weed. Why? Brilliant at spreading their seed, they can, unfortunately, affect the waterways.

Alexander Palm Tree

3. Cocos Palms

This palm tree comes from Brazil – but the bad news is the seeds (in short, you’ll need a wheelbarrow for them, and often!) They can also look a little untidy because of the dead fronds that hang down, and the fruit tends to attract fruit bats. Well, that’s not the only bad news. The Cocos palm is considered a pest species by the Gold Coast council, who recommend identification by a qualified arborist (Level 3 or above) and prompt removal.

Palm Tree Types Cocos

4. Golden Cane

This is one of the palm tree types that will be great for your garden. They look great, they won’t grow too tall, and they’re child-friendly because of the lack of sharp spikes. Just make sure you allocate some time to tend to this beautiful palm tree.

golden cane palm tree

5. Cuban Royal

You don’t need to guess where this most regal of the palm varieties come from (hint, it’s in the name!). But you’ll see them in Queensland too because it’s not only adaptable but also beautiful – and useful! Back in Cuba, it was used to make medicine and for religious ceremonies on Palm Sunday, but you can also use them to make fodder for farm animals.

cuban royal palm tree types

6. Foxtail

Back in 1978, an Indigenous Australian by the name of Wodyeti popularised the Foxtail – so his name was added to its scientific designation. They were originally found only in Cape Melville and assigned as endangered, but the seeds soon spread far and wide and now it’s definitely among our favourite Australian palm trees types.

foxtail palm tree

So there you have it – some of the most common and most fascinating types of palm trees in Queensland. But wait, there’s more! We also love the hardy Cabbage Tree palm, the tall Bangalow, the very popular Chinese Windmill, the elegant Kentia – and so many more. There are almost 3000 (yes, 3000!) palm varieties all around the world and here at JC Tree Services we think they look best in the beautiful Gold Coast, northern NSW and Brisbane Southside regions. What about you?

  • SHARE ON... 

Filed Under: Hints and Tips

Make An Enquiry

  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

queensland arboricultural associationwww.qaa.net.au

Like Us On Facebook

Website Terms

  • Website Terms Of Use
  • Privacy Policy

We accept cash, EFTPOS and Credit Card Payments.

payment options

 

Our Company

  • About
  • Services
  • Testimonials
  • Contact

JC Tree Services

Jez Copley
Dip. Arb: N.C.H. Arb
0418 451 814

Gaven, Gold Coast, Queensland 4211
ABN: 92 603 757 606
Fully Insured Level 5 Arborist

Google Rating
5.0
JC Tree Services Gold Coast
JC Tree Services Gold Coast
5.0
Jenny Ross
Jenny Ross
09:11 08 Mar 18
We used JC Tree Services to prune our trees and the guys done a great job! The staff are very polite, and cleaned up after themselves. Very competitive too. Thanks guys
Kathie Reynierse
Kathie Reynierse
03:16 05 Mar 18
Living on acreage with large trees, we called JC Tree Services, they came on time, did a great job & cleaned up after them selves. Very professional.
kara patterson
kara patterson
00:34 18 Dec 17
I contacted numerous tree removalists at this busy time of the year and JC Tree Services (Jez) were the only service to get back to me. His expert advice and thorough understanding of all things trees met all of my needs promptly and efficiently. I would highly recommend.
j rm
j rm
05:00 18 Jul 17
Quoted a very fair price, arrived on time unlike the other 4 local gold coast companys i called. The job was carried out and left clean and no damage to any other parts of my property! highly reccomended.
Paul Cormack
Paul Cormack
00:09 18 Nov 15
Highly recommend JC Tree Services. Arrived on time, price as quoted and they left the site tidy. Wish I had used them for previous tree removal jobs.
Wendy Edwards
Wendy Edwards
08:50 02 Aug 18
Arrived on time, all workers were polite and did a great job. Highly recommend these guys.
Flush Plumbing and Drainage
Flush Plumbing and Drainage
00:31 17 Aug 18
We have used JC Tree Services many times for tree pruning, hedge trimming and maintenance. Highly recommend Jez and his staff! The staff are always respectful and efficient. Nat & Jono
Kyra Owens
Kyra Owens
07:47 20 Jan 19
Highly recommend JC Tree Services. They are a very polite and professional team who didn't waste time getting the job finished. They left everything nice and tidy. We are very happy with our 'new-look' yard 😊
Sandra O'Neill
Sandra O'Neill
05:17 15 Feb 19
Jez and his team were great to deal with, very reliable and helpful, awesome job!
Liz Taylor
Liz Taylor
07:36 15 Mar 19
I contacted Jez, owner of JC Trees, as I needed an arborist report regarding a tree that was the subject of a neighbourhood dispute. Jez arrived on time and was very professional, knowledgeable and polite in his manner whilst assessing the tree. Jez’s report was excellent and pivotal in providing the necessary information required to secure the removal of this tree. During this drama Jez was always on hand to provide any further advice and information required. I couldn’t recommend any better arborist than Jez and JC Trees. He made a bad situation easier with expertise and experience. Top marks and many thanks. Liz Taylor
drew kearney
drew kearney
02:43 21 Mar 19
Jez came today as scheduled, did a superb job, and beat the other quotes out of sight!!! Strongly recommend, great work, great guy.
Brad Starlin
Brad Starlin
12:10 01 May 19
I was recommended to JC tree services by a high end landscaping company and now I also have zero hesitation with recommending Jez and his company. We had concerns with a lot of the large trees on our property which were running along our house and boundary fence causing damage. Jez has definitely impressed with his knowledge and overall workmanship including a follow up on how the job was completed. Jez and his team were on time, polite and showed excellence in the way they carried out the large job with ease. Will use again Great Service 5 Stars and would give more if possible
Samantha Veivers
Samantha Veivers
08:37 17 May 19
Very friendly and reliable, have used twice and have done a great job. Would definitely recommend!
Mitch Vercoe
Mitch Vercoe
11:27 01 Jul 19
Highly recommend these guys.
Matthew Brown
Matthew Brown
21:44 24 Jul 19
We had an issue with a large tree that we consulted Jez about. After issues with Council which Jez whent above and beyond with, we got the green light. The team did an amazing job even with tidying up some other trees and removing the very large tree. Apart from doing a great job, they also cleaned up afterwards. The team was great and nothing was a problem. I would higly recommend them and you should contact Jez first to get the right advice. Thanks.
90eja
90eja
03:50 26 Jul 19
We have used Jez and his team 3 times now to remove trees and branches at our place - they always do a great job and fit us into their busy schedule! We're so happy with the work JC have done at our place on the GC and highly recommend to all.
Kevin Champney
Kevin Champney
22:10 25 Aug 19
If you need any tree pruning or tree removals done, Jez & his crew are the team to go to. No task too big or too small, very affordable & they do a fantastic job. These guys are the best and are highly sought after. Both my wife & i highly recommend JC Tree Services. Kev & Kelly.
Brandon Bull
Brandon Bull
05:54 17 Oct 19
Jez and his team do an amazing job. They are very professional, organised, on time and competitive on price. Jez went above and beyond to accommodate our time frame. We could not be happier with the job they did. Kerry & Brandon
Lauren Probin
Lauren Probin
07:27 13 Nov 19
Jez and his team were fantastic. They were very particular and took a lot of care when pruning trees. They were receptive to feedback and checked in regularly for my opinion on various matters, which was appreciated. They left the yard nice and tidy. I highly recommend.
Susan Dodds
Susan Dodds
10:17 20 Nov 19
Jez and his team were on time, fast and friendly. Their quote was very competitive and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them or to use their services again.
Sar
Sar
11:22 06 Feb 20
Highly recommended Jez and the team. They did a great job, were efficient and well priced.
See All Reviews
powered by Google

© 2022 · JC Tree Services · Digital Marketing by SEO Copilot · Website Design By Gold Coast Business Websites · Sitemap · Providing quality Gold Coast tree removal including Ashmore, Burleigh Heads, Burleigh Waters, Carrara, Coomera, Elanora, Helensvale, Labrador, Mermaid waters, Nerang Mudgeeraba, Ormeau, Pacific Pines, Palm Beach, Robina, Southport, Surfers Paradise, Upper Coomera & Varsity Lakes. Also serving Brisbane southside and Northern NSW.