Brahea armata (Blue Hesper Palm, Brahea)

Plant Strengths: Sun loving drought tolerant plant; Ornamental winter bark / tracery; Spiney growth can deter unwanted visitors! All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Provides valuable winter interest; Evergreen foliage for all year round colour and screening; Architectural plant – ideal as a ‘stand out’ plant; Suitable for exposed coastal planting; Attractive form or foliage for all year interest; Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils.

Plant Weaknesses: Tender exotic suitable only for very mild areas; Spiney plant - can scratch young children and gardeners! Does not produce showy attractive flowers.

Design & Plant Use for Brahea armata:

• Evergreen plant with attractive foliage for winter interest
• Outstanding large evergreen foliage
• Added winter interest from attractive bark or stems
• Tender exotic plant ideal for a sheltered urban garden in full sun

Common Missspellings: Brahear, Brarhea, Brahia

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