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Atlas Mountain Palm
Chamaerops humilis var. cerifera
Pronunciation: kam-AY-rops HEW-mil-is
SKU #09271
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Slow growing; forms clumps 8 to 12 ft. tall, 10 to 15 ft. wide.
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| Description | Attractive, versatile palm with distinctly silver-blue foliage! Large fronds make a bold statement in the landscape. Robust and adaptable to extremes in both temperature and soil moisture. Clump forming. Creamy yellow blooms hang from long inflorescence in summer. Silver-blue coloration increases with age and is at its best in full sun. Evergreen. |
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| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Waterwise |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Landscape Use | Barrier, Poolside, Privacy Screen |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Blue-green |
| Companion Plants | Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia); Canna (Canna); Hibiscus (Hibiscus); Jatropha (Jatropha); Plumbago (Plumbago) |
| Care Instructions | Provide average to lean, sandy or rocky, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; prefers regular moisture, but tolerates periodic drought, particularly in coastal regions. Feed in early spring before new growth emerges. |
Details
| Description | Attractive, versatile palm with distinctly silver-blue foliage! Large fronds make a bold statement in the landscape. Robust and adaptable to extremes in both temperature and soil moisture. Clump forming. Creamy yellow blooms hang from long inflorescence in summer. Silver-blue coloration increases with age and is at its best in full sun. Evergreen. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Waterwise |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
Style
| Landscape Use | Barrier, Poolside, Privacy Screen |
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| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Blue-green |
| Companion Plants | Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia); Canna (Canna); Hibiscus (Hibiscus); Jatropha (Jatropha); Plumbago (Plumbago) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide average to lean, sandy or rocky, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; prefers regular moisture, but tolerates periodic drought, particularly in coastal regions. Feed in early spring before new growth emerges. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Atlas Mountain Palm produce flowers?
Inconspicuous; prized for foliage.
Is Atlas Mountain Palm evergreen or deciduous?
Atlas Mountain Palm is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Atlas Mountain Palm?
Atlas Mountain Palm is Waterwise.
Is Atlas Mountain Palm resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant
How fast does Atlas Mountain Palm grow?
Atlas Mountain Palm has a Slow growth rate.
Where can I use Atlas Mountain Palm in my landscape?
Atlas Mountain Palm is suitable for: Barrier, Poolside, Privacy Screen.
What color are Atlas Mountain Palm flowers?
Atlas Mountain Palm produces Yellow flowers.
What color is the foliage of Atlas Mountain Palm?
Atlas Mountain Palm has Blue-green foliage.
What plants grow well with Atlas Mountain Palm?
Good companion plants for Atlas Mountain Palm include: Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia); Canna (Canna); Hibiscus (Hibiscus); Jatropha (Jatropha); Plumbago (Plumbago).
How do I care for Atlas Mountain Palm?
Provide average to lean, sandy or rocky, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; prefers regular moisture, but tolerates periodic drought, particularly in coastal regions. Feed in early spring before new growth emerges.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.