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Phoenix canariensis

Family Palmae
Plant Type palm
Zone USDA:   9a - 11   RHS:   FH - FT   EGF:   H5 - G2   Australia:   3 - 5  
Care Level
Height 15 - 18 m (50 - 60 ft)
Spread 9 - 15 m (30 - 50 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The palm Phoenix canariensis (canary island date palm) bears showy and bright yellow flowers during early summer to mid-summer. The showy glossy foliage is greyish aquamarine in colour, coarse in texture and evergreen. Phoenix canariensis (canary island date palm) yields showy fruit. This plant has showy and scaly bark. A specimen plant, Phoenix canariensis (canary island date palm) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Container, fruit, specimen, street planting and tropical.
Special Characteristics Phoenix canariensis is tolerant of drought and salt.
Cautions Thorns or spines can be a problem with Phoenix canariensis (canary island date palm). Handle with care. Careful planning of its positioning in your garden will avoid injuries to children and pets. Where conditions are favourable, Phoenix canariensis (canary island date palm) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.