Brahea Armata
Brahea Armata commonly known as Mexican blue palm is a large evergreen tree of the palm family.It is widely planted as an ornamental. In the UK it has gained the Royal Horticultural Society’s Award of Garden Merit. Beautiful silver specimen.
Measurements number IM445
Height including pot 1 metre 20cm
Pot measures 35cm by a depth of 40cm
Nut size 25cm. 30 litre pot.
More about Brahea Armata
It is drought tolerant (although occasional deep irrigation is recommended), can handle both partial shade and full sun, and temperatures down to −10 °C (14 °F). It is found under a variety of names, including “Mexican blue palm”, “blue hesper palm”, “big blue hesper palm”, “blue fan palm”, “sweet brahea”, and “palma blanca”.
The Blue Hesper Palm is known for its spectacular foliage. The fan shaped fronds which can grow up to 1.5 metres long, display a shimmering blue silver hue that glistens in the sunlight. The rigid waxy leaves not only make this Palm visually stunning but also help it resist drought and the elements. As the Palm matures, its solitary trunk develops a fibrous texture, adding further visual interest.
Hardiness in the U.K. climate
Native to arid regions of Mexico, the Mexican Blue Palm or Brahea Armata is surprisingly well suited to the U.K. climate when given proper care. It is rated as hardy to -10c , making it ideal for coastal and southern regions of the U.K. where the winters are relatively mild.
However even in cooler inland areas, this beauty will thrive with some garden protection.
Likely to reach approximately 12 feet (4 metres) in U.K. in the ground. In a pot you are containing its growth so will need repotting every year or so. Discover other U.K. hardy palms here.
Choose a sunny sheltered position to maximise heat and light which enhance the foliages bright blue colour.
