{"product_id":"nasiona-palmy-meksykanskiej-washingtonia-robusta","title":"Mexican Palm Seeds - Washingtonia Robusta","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eWashingtonia Robusta\u003c\/strong\u003e - Mexican Fan Palm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eWashingtonia robusta\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as the \u003cstrong\u003eMexican fan palm\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003esky duster\u003c\/strong\u003e, originates from the California Peninsula and the northwestern part of Mexico. This exceptional palm species has gained worldwide recognition for its impressive aesthetic qualities and extremely fast growth, making it one of the most popular choices for urban greenery and gardens in various climate zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003eBotanical Characteristics and Growth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eThe Mexican fan palm is distinguished by its \u003cstrong\u003eslender silhouette\u003c\/strong\u003e and greater height compared to the closely related Washingtonia filifera, although it is somewhat less frost-resistant while showing higher tolerance to excess moisture. In natural conditions, it can reach an impressive height of up to \u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003e30 meters\u003c\/strong\u003e, though it usually grows to about 25 meters, featuring a gray-brown trunk with a relatively narrow diameter of around \u003cstrong\u003e25-30 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, slightly widened at the base with characteristic rings formed by fallen leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eThe palm’s crown consists of lush, \u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003efan-shaped leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e with a glossy green color, reaching lengths of up to 1.5 meters. The leaf stalks, about 1 meter long, are covered with sharp spines, giving the plant its distinctive appearance. The palm naturally forms a skirt of dead leaves hanging around the trunk, which further emphasizes its exotic character, although in many places the dry leaves are regularly removed due to fire risk and the possibility of pest nesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003eFlowering and Fruiting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eWashingtonia robusta\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003emonoecious\u003c\/strong\u003e species, bearing both female and male flowers. Flowering occurs around late May to June, when the palm produces long, up to 3-meter hanging inflorescences covered with small creamy flowers. After flowering, small spherical fruits appear, 6-8 mm in diameter, initially green, which gradually darken to a navy-black color. These fruits are edible, though they contain little pulp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003eGrowth Rate and Development\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eOne of the most valued features of this species is its \u003cstrong\u003eexceptionally fast growth\u003c\/strong\u003e—under optimal conditions, the plant can grow up to 50 cm per year, producing over 20 new leaves per season. This rapid development makes it an attractive choice for those seeking a quick decorative effect, even though it ultimately reaches impressive sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003eCultivation Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eThe Mexican fan palm is \u003cstrong\u003ehighly resilient and tolerant\u003c\/strong\u003e of various environmental conditions. It thrives best in full sun but also tolerates partial shade. It prefers fertile, well-drained soils but can survive in poorer substrates, including sandy or alkaline soils. Once established, it becomes relatively drought-resistant but grows better with regular watering. Thanks to its high moisture tolerance, it is also suitable for regions with high humidity and rainy climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eThe species is characterized by \u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003efrost resistance down to about -5°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing for outdoor cultivation in warmer parts of Europe, provided it is properly protected during winter. In cooler areas, it can be successfully grown in containers, enabling the plant to be moved to a sheltered space with temperatures between 2 and 10°C during the winter months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003eOrnamental Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eThanks to its slender shape and impressive height, \u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eWashingtonia robusta\u003c\/strong\u003e is widely used as an ornamental plant in parks, streets, and private gardens. It looks particularly striking when planted in straight rows, creating spectacular palm avenues. Its presence gives the surroundings an exotic, tropical character, attracting attention and serving as a distinctive landscape feature in many countries, from California and Florida through Arizona to Mediterranean regions such as Spain and Italy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"mr.seed","offers":[{"title":"3","offer_id":52679681507656,"sku":"4324-131C5","price":3.7,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"10","offer_id":52679681540424,"sku":"4324-131C6","price":9.7,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"50","offer_id":52679681573192,"sku":"4324-131C7","price":31.7,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"100","offer_id":52679681605960,"sku":"4324-131C8","price":55.7,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"500","offer_id":52679681638728,"sku":"4324-131C9","price":245.0,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000","offer_id":52679681671496,"sku":"4324-131C10","price":469.0,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/2649\/0440\/files\/852.jpg?v=1770321233","url":"https:\/\/www.mrseed.eu\/en\/products\/nasiona-palmy-meksykanskiej-washingtonia-robusta","provider":"mr.seed","version":"1.0","type":"link"}