Phoenix canariensis - Canary Island Date Palm

• Feature Tree
• Council or Civic Landscapes
• Avenue Planting
• Street Tree

Phoenix canariensis - Canary Island Date Palm works in an:

• Tropical Garden – lush, leafy planting for a resort-style atmosphere.
• Coastal Garden – relaxed, seaside feel with hardy, textural plants.
• Mediterranean Style Garden – timeless courtyard look with stone, pots, and bold greenery.
• Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
• Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Phoenix canariensis - Canary Island Date Palm is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height: 10m - 20m Approximately (can reach 18m+)

Mature Width: 6.0m – 9.0m

Phoenix canariensis - Canary Island Date Palm is expected to grow Approx. 30 – 60 cm per year.

Phoenix canariensis - Canary Island Date Palm is expected to grow Approx. 30 – 60 cm per year.

They are considered to have a:

• Slow Growth Rate
• Medium Growth Rate

Is Phoenix canariensis - Canary Island Date Palm frost tolerant?

Phoenix canariensis - Canary Island Date Palm is Frost Sensitive – May suffer damage from frost, best in frost-free or protected spots.

Phoenix canariensis produces large, arching sprays of creamy-yellow flowers in late spring and early summer. These fragrant inflorescences form beneath the broad fronds, adding a subtle seasonal highlight before developing into clusters of ornamental orange-brown dates.

Does Phoenix canariensis - Canary Island Date Palm flower?

• Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

• Spring
• Summer

Flower Type:

• Not Applicable

Flower Colour:

Not Applicable

No

Phoenix canariensis - Canary Island Date Palm is Native to The Canary Islands, where it grows naturally in coastal valleys and rocky hillsides.

Its flowers attract bees and other pollinating insects, while the fruit clusters provide food for birds and small wildlife. The massive arching fronds also offer shelter and roosting space, contributing to a biodiverse and resilient garden ecosystem.

Phoenix canariensis - Canary Island Date Palm will thrive best in:

• Full Sun

Phoenix canariensis performs best in well-drained sandy or loam soils and tolerates slightly acidic to neutral conditions. It is sensitive to poor drainage and may struggle in heavy clay unless significantly improved with organic matter and coarse material to boost aeration. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then move to deep, occasional watering as the palm matures and develops its characteristic high drought resilience.

Is Phoenix canariensis - Canary Island Date Palm Drought tolerant?

As a young palm it requires regular watering, but once established Phoenix canariensis develops excellent drought tolerance. It thrives in hot, dry and coastal environments and maintains its bold, architectural form with minimal supplementary watering.