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Renowned for its healthful climate, the bay has earned the nickname of the English Riviera, and due to the mild climate Torbay Palm trees are a common sight along the coast.
The cabbage tree Cordyline australis, sometimes referred to as "the Torbay palm" is endemic to New Zealand and thrives in the mild climate of Torbay; it tolerates coldish weather rather well during winter, because of this it is often planted by people wishing to give a tropical, exotic look to their yards or gardens. The overall visual effect is said by many to create a view reminiscent of a palm tree, and is used as the official symbol of Torbay, the English Riviera.
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