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California Native Plant

Brahea armata

Mexican Blue Palm, Blue Hesper Palm

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Greg Applegate/Sortomme

 

Description

This native to Mexico and Baja California displays a dense canopy of stiff fronds contrasted by graceful inflorescences that arch downward and extend well beyond the foliage.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Palm

Height Range

6-12', 12-25', 25-40'

Width Range

6-12'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Blue Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Black

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Spanish

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Specimen, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Background, Lawn, Parking Strip, Street Tree

Special Uses

n/a

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Move turf away form sidewalks and pavement.

Instead plant shrubs or groundcovers next to the pavement, and water with low-flow drip or bubbler system to eliminate runoff from turf sprinklers