Canary Island Palm
Phoenix canariensis
Also listed as Phoenix cycadifolia, Phoenix erecta
Also known as Canary Island Date Palm, Canary Date Palm, Canary Palm
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A majestic feather-leaved palm with a thick trunk and dense crown of long, arching fronds, creating a tropical statement in warm climates. It is drought-tolerant once established and adapts to various soils, making it a popular ornamental for landscapes and street plantings.
Why grow it
Phoenix canariensis outperforms many other tropical palms in cooler subtropical zones (USDA 9-11) and handles poor soil better than date palms, making it practical where more tender species would fail. Its single trunk and controlled crown footprint suit narrow street plantings and formal landscapes better than multi-stemmed or spreading palms of similar mature height.
Watch out for
Young plants need consistent moisture and shade for the first 1-2 years before drought tolerance develops. Root systems are shallow and aggressive, so locate specimens away from pavement, pipes, and shallow-rooted perennials to avoid competition and structural damage as the plant matures.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Arecaceae
Native Range
Canary Islands
Seasonality
Season of Interest
Canopy
The tallest trees that form the overstory.
Sub-canopy
Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A majestic feather-leaved palm with a thick trunk and dense crown of long, arching fronds, creating a tropical statement in warm climates. It is drought-tolerant once established and adapts to various soils, making it a popular ornamental for landscapes and street plantings.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Canary Island Palm grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Phoenix canariensis outperforms many other tropical palms in cooler subtropical zones (USDA 9-11) and handles poor soil better than date palms, making it practical where more tender species would fail. Its single trunk and controlled crown footprint suit narrow street plantings and formal landscapes better than multi-stemmed or spreading palms of similar mature height.
Watch out for
Young plants need consistent moisture and shade for the first 1-2 years before drought tolerance develops. Root systems are shallow and aggressive, so locate specimens away from pavement, pipes, and shallow-rooted perennials to avoid competition and structural damage as the plant matures.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Arecaceae
Native Range
Canary Islands
Seasonality
Season of Interest
Canopy
The tallest trees that form the overstory.
Sub-canopy
Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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