Phoenix canariensis

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Canary Island Date Palm

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Normans/Jacobs/Sortomme

 

Description

The Phoenix canariensis is a large, wide-spreading palm with a crown of many long arching fronds. It needs ample room for proper growth.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Palm

 

Height Range

6-12', 12-25', 25-40'

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

n/a

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

Summer

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Low

 

Growth Rate

Slow

 

Soil Type

Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Seascape, Tropical

 

Accenting Features

Silhouette

 

Seasonal Interest

Summer

 

Location Uses

Background, Lawn, Park

 

Special Uses

n/a

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.