Mexican Blue Palm (Blue Hesper Palm)
A striking desert palm native to Baja California, commonly called Mexican blue palm, with stiff, silvery-blue fan-shaped leaves and a stout, solitary trunk. Special Features Dramatic blue foliage; excellent heat and drought tolerance once established; cold hardy to approximately 15–20°F, depending on conditions. Problems & Solutions Poor drainage and overwatering can cause root rot; plant […]
Eucalyptus Silver Dollar
Australian evergreen tree with aromatic, rounded, silver-gray juvenile leaves that become more oval as they mature; commonly called silver dollar eucalyptus or red box. Special Features Distinctive silver foliage, aromatic leaves, heat and drought tolerance once established, and flowers that attract bees. Juvenile foliage is popular in floral arrangements. Problems & Solutions Drought-stressed trees can […]