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The Palm House

The Palm House (sometimes known as the Subtropical House) is the largest of our glasshouses, and after the capital project it will be even taller.

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Scale

There is enough height to accommodate large trees, including palms, tree ferns and a giant bird-of-paradise plant. Dicksonia x lathamii tree fern is unique to the gardens and the only one in the world!

You’ll also find our collection of carnivorous plants and a cabinet showing the propagation process.

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Temperature and Humidity

Keeping lower temperatures and humidity than the Lily House, this home closely mimics climates of subtropical regions with a minimum nightly temperature of 13°C.

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