Canary Island Date Palm (Phoenix canariensis)

Canary Island Date Palm is a large, wide-spreading feather palm of majestic proportions. The glistening, dark green leaves with orange midribs are long and arching, giving the crown a distinct fountain-like outline and form. The trunk of young trees is pineapple-shaped becoming columnar at maturity. Female trees produce clusters of orange-yellow fruit in the fall. Most effectively used along avenues, in parks and large commercial and residential landscapes. Young trees make attractive and undemanding container subjects.

LIGHTING REQUIREMENTS
Climate Zone: 4, 5

CARE INSTRUCTIONS
Foliage: Evergreen

Height: 40'-50'

Light Exposure: Part shade, full or reflected sun

Spread: 20'-40'

Water Use: Medium to high

Growth Rate: Slow

Trunk Width: 3'-4'

Cultural Requirements: Deep, regular irrigation and fertilization encourages faster growth. Periodic pruning and grooming are necessary for best appearance.

Problems: Fruit is messy and attractive to birds. Pruning maintenance can be costly. Dry rot is sometimes an unsightly problem on frond stubs and trunk. This palm recovers slowly from frost damage. Susceptible to rootknot nematodes, bud rot, and palm borers. May develop magnesium deficiency.