{"product_id":"brahea-armata-50cm-pot-180cm-height-outdoor-tree","title":"Brahea Armata 50cm Pot 180cm Height Outdoor Tree","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"673\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"296\"\u003eBrahea armata\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"320\" data-end=\"341\"\u003eMexican Blue Palm\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong data-start=\"345\" data-end=\"365\"\u003eBlue Hesper Palm\u003c\/strong\u003e, is one of the most striking and ornamental hardy palms, celebrated for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"442\" data-end=\"475\"\u003edramatic silvery-blue foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e and elegant, architectural form. Native to the dry canyons and deserts of Baja California in Mexico, this palm is exceptionally drought-tolerant and ideal for Mediterranean or desert-style gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"675\" data-end=\"695\"\u003e🌿 Key Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"696\" data-end=\"1516\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"696\" data-end=\"936\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"936\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"710\"\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, rigid, fan-shaped leaves with a stunning \u003cstrong data-start=\"759\" data-end=\"794\"\u003eblue-grey to silver-blue colour\u003c\/strong\u003e, each leaf reaching up to \u003cstrong data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"842\"\u003e1.5 metres across\u003c\/strong\u003e. The striking colour stands out beautifully against darker greens or gravel planting schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"1122\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"1122\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"949\"\u003eTrunk:\u003c\/strong\u003e Develops a sturdy, solitary grey trunk up to \u003cstrong data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"1013\"\u003e30–40 cm thick\u003c\/strong\u003e, often covered with fibrous leaf bases when young, which become cleaner and more rugged as the palm matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1123\" data-end=\"1312\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1125\" data-end=\"1312\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1125\" data-end=\"1145\"\u003eFlowers \u0026amp; Fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mature palms produce spectacular arching sprays of small creamy-white flowers that can extend beyond the canopy by up to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1279\"\u003e5 metres\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by small round fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1313\" data-end=\"1516\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1516\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e In its native habitat can reach \u003cstrong data-start=\"1359\" data-end=\"1375\"\u003e12–15 metres\u003c\/strong\u003e, but in cultivation (especially in cooler climates) often grows to around \u003cstrong data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1482\"\u003e6–8 metres over many decades\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a slow, steady growth rate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1722\"\u003eBecause of its unique colour and tough nature, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1565\" data-end=\"1582\"\u003eBrahea armata\u003c\/strong\u003e is frequently planted as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"1626\"\u003efeature palm\u003c\/strong\u003e, either as a lone specimen or in gravel gardens, rockeries and modern architectural landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1727\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1729\" data-end=\"1772\"\u003e🌱 Detailed Care Guide for Brahea armata\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1774\" data-end=\"1797\"\u003e📍 Position \u0026amp; Light\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1798\" data-end=\"2004\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1798\" data-end=\"1886\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"1886\"\u003eThrives in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1811\" data-end=\"1823\"\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is essential to develop its best blue-silver colouring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1887\" data-end=\"2004\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1889\" data-end=\"2004\"\u003eIdeally placed in an open, sunny position where it can be viewed from all sides to appreciate its symmetrical form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2006\" data-end=\"2037\"\u003e🌬️ Temperature \u0026amp; Hardiness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2369\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2138\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2040\" data-end=\"2138\"\u003eOne of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2051\" data-end=\"2074\"\u003ehardiest blue palms\u003c\/strong\u003e, tolerating temperatures down to around \u003cstrong data-start=\"2115\" data-end=\"2123\"\u003e-8°C\u003c\/strong\u003e once mature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2139\" data-end=\"2261\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2141\" data-end=\"2261\"\u003eYoung plants are more tender and should be protected from hard frosts, especially when temperatures drop below \u003cstrong data-start=\"2252\" data-end=\"2260\"\u003e-4°C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2262\" data-end=\"2369\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2264\" data-end=\"2369\"\u003eIn colder regions, may be grown in large pots and moved to a cold greenhouse or protected spot in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2371\" data-end=\"2386\"\u003e💧 Watering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2387\" data-end=\"2638\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2387\" data-end=\"2464\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2389\" data-end=\"2464\"\u003eVery \u003cstrong data-start=\"2394\" data-end=\"2431\"\u003edrought-tolerant once established\u003c\/strong\u003e, thanks to its desert origins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2465\" data-end=\"2564\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2467\" data-end=\"2564\"\u003eWater regularly during the first 2–3 growing seasons to help establish deep roots, then reduce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2565\" data-end=\"2638\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2567\" data-end=\"2638\"\u003eAllow the soil to dry between watering — it dislikes being waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2640\" data-end=\"2651\"\u003e🪴 Soil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2652\" data-end=\"2839\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2652\" data-end=\"2706\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2654\" data-end=\"2706\"\u003ePrefers \u003cstrong data-start=\"2662\" data-end=\"2703\"\u003ewell-drained, sandy or gravelly soils\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2707\" data-end=\"2793\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2709\" data-end=\"2793\"\u003eTolerates poor, rocky ground but must have excellent drainage to prevent root rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2794\" data-end=\"2839\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2796\" data-end=\"2839\"\u003eAvoid heavy clay or consistently wet areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2841\" data-end=\"2856\"\u003e🍽️ Feeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2857\" data-end=\"3013\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2857\" data-end=\"2886\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2859\" data-end=\"2886\"\u003eRequires minimal feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2887\" data-end=\"3013\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2889\" data-end=\"3013\"\u003eIn pots or very poor soils, feed in spring and mid-summer with a slow-release balanced fertiliser or a specialist palm feed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3015\" data-end=\"3043\"\u003e✂️ Pruning \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3044\" data-end=\"3227\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3044\" data-end=\"3069\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3046\" data-end=\"3069\"\u003eVery low maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3070\" data-end=\"3146\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3072\" data-end=\"3146\"\u003eRemove old, fully brown fronds close to the trunk for a neat appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3147\" data-end=\"3227\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3149\" data-end=\"3227\"\u003eAvoid cutting green fronds, which the palm still relies on for photosynthesis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3229\" data-end=\"3252\"\u003e🪲 Pests \u0026amp; Problems\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3253\" data-end=\"3413\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3253\" data-end=\"3320\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3255\" data-end=\"3320\"\u003eGenerally very robust and rarely troubled by pests or diseases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3321\" data-end=\"3413\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3323\" data-end=\"3413\"\u003eIn damp climates, may be susceptible to fungal problems if planted in poorly drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3415\" data-end=\"3439\"\u003e🚰 Container Growing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3440\" data-end=\"3744\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3440\" data-end=\"3513\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3442\" data-end=\"3513\"\u003eExcellent in large pots, particularly for patios or sunny courtyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3514\" data-end=\"3623\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3516\" data-end=\"3623\"\u003eUse a \u003cstrong data-start=\"3522\" data-end=\"3555\"\u003efree-draining, gritty compost\u003c\/strong\u003e, such as cactus compost mixed with additional horticultural grit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3624\" data-end=\"3715\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3626\" data-end=\"3715\"\u003eEnsure pots have drainage holes and are raised on feet to allow excess water to escape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3716\" data-end=\"3744\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3718\" data-end=\"3744\"\u003eWater sparingly in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Plants For All Seasons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55885780418934,"sku":"SPVV2309","price":2500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0562\/5990\/3625\/files\/Brahea_Armata_50cm_Pot_180cm_Height_Outdoor_Tree.webp?v=1760365760","url":"https:\/\/www.plantsforallseasons.co.uk\/products\/brahea-armata-50cm-pot-180cm-height-outdoor-tree","provider":"Plants For All Seasons","version":"1.0","type":"link"}