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Olive & Palm Mountain
Bahia Piassava (Attalea funifera) Medium
An exotic Brazilian native known as the Bahia Piassava, this palm boasts long, upright, leathery fronds and a unique fiber-covered trunk. It is a spectacular choice for creating an authentic tropical landscape.
- Size (H × W)
- 100 x 80 cm
- Sunlight
- Full Sun to Partial Shade. Thrives in bright, open positions.
- Watering
- Moderate. Water regularly during the growing season; allow the soil to dry slightly between sessions.
- Soil & Drainage
- Deep, free-draining, sandy or loamy soil. Highly intolerant of waterlogged roots.
Detail
Care & specifications
Everything you need to know to grow this specimen successfully in the UK climate.
- Size (H × W)
- 100 x 80 cm
- Sunlight
- Full Sun to Partial Shade. Thrives in bright, open positions.
- Watering
- Moderate. Water regularly during the growing season; allow the soil to dry slightly between sessions.
- Soil & Drainage
- Deep, free-draining, sandy or loamy soil. Highly intolerant of waterlogged roots.
- Hardiness
- Highly hardy (Trachycarpus down to -15°C, Phoenix/Washingtonia down to -6°C). Protect frond crowns from freezing winter wet.
- Ideal For
- Mediterranean style gardens, tropical poolside landscapes, large patio containers, or bold exotic statements.
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