Also known as Blue Hesper Palm · 0 saves
Brahea
Brahea, the genus most gardeners know as blue hesper palm. We track 1 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 1 most-saved Brahea varieties
Species of Brahea
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
Track your Brahea in Sow
Save the Brahea you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.
Brahea questions
How many types of Brahea are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 1 distinct Brahea varieties. The most popular — ranked by 0 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Brahea grow in?
Across its varieties, Brahea covers USDA Zones 9–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Brahea bloom?
Most Brahea varieties bloom in winter. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Brahea should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.