Brahea armata - Mexican Blue Palm (Plant) Size:5G True to its name

True to its name

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Cold Hardy to 25 degrees F Distribution Selected for the garden Natural Habitat Oak woodland

fast draining Flower Color None Flowering Months July

Brahea armata - Mexican Blue Palm (Plant) Size:5G True to its nameA native to Baja CA, this palm can reach heights of 20 30 feet, with large silvery blue fronds. Older leaves remain on the tree, forming a skirt around the trunk. It is very cold and drought tolerant, but does best with occasional deep soaks. Plant Characteristics Family Name Arecaceae Species Name Brahea armata Common Name Mexican Blue Palm Plant Type Tree Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Sand, fast draining Flower