Moroccan Blue Palm

Chamaerops Humilis 'Cerifera'

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Overview

The Moroccan Blue Palm or Chamaerops humilis 'Cerifera' is a drought-tolerant, compact palm growing up to 6-15 feet high and 4-8 feet wide. Notable for its silvery-blue foliage, this slow-growing, cold-hardy fan palm clumps naturally. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, adding exotic texture to Mediterranean landscapes. USDA zones 8-11. Regular pruning of dead fronds maintains its tidy appearance, enhancing its sculptural form in any garden setting.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 8–11Climate Mediterranean

Moroccan Blue Palm (Chamaerops Humilis 'Cerifera') — The Moroccan Blue Palm or Chamaerops humilis 'Cerifera' is a drought-tolerant

Moroccan Blue Palm (Chamaerops Humilis 'Cerifera') — compact palm growing up to 6-15 feet high and 4-8 feet wide

Moroccan Blue Palm (Chamaerops Humilis 'Cerifera') — Notable for its silvery-blue foliage, this slow-growing, cold-hardy fan palm clumps naturally

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low
USDA zones: 8–11

Shape & size

Mature height: 3–4 Ft.
Mature width: 3–4 Ft.

Classification

Family: Arecaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Moroccan Blue Palm (Chamaerops Humilis 'Cerifera') — The Moroccan Blue Palm or Chamaerops humilis 'Cerifera' is a drought-tolerant

Moroccan Blue Palm (Chamaerops Humilis 'Cerifera') — compact palm growing up to 6-15 feet high and 4-8 feet wide

Moroccan Blue Palm (Chamaerops Humilis 'Cerifera') — Notable for its silvery-blue foliage, this slow-growing, cold-hardy fan palm clumps naturally

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