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Canary Island Date Palm

Phoenix canariensis, Arecaceae

Zones
9a–11b
Layer
Canopy
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

Shade Provider

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

Low

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Mamey SapotePouteria sapota
Wind ProtectionPhysical Support
Chilean HazelnutGevuina avellana
Wind ProtectionShade Provision
Dragons Blood TreeDracaena cinnabari
Wind ProtectionShade Provision

Antagonistic Plants

Royal PalmRoystonea regia

Large palms compete for deep water sources and share palm weevil and other pest problems

Uses

Functions

Ornamental

Common Questions

What zones does Canary Island Date Palm grow in?

Canary Island Date Palm grows in USDA hardiness zones 9a through 11b.

What are good companion plants for Canary Island Date Palm?

Good companions for Canary Island Date Palm include Mamey Sapote, Chilean Hazelnut, Dragons Blood Tree.

Design guilds with Canary Island Date Palm and see companion relationships visually.

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