Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade
Watering
25 gallons or more per watering session
Month 1: Daily
Month 2: Three times x week
Month 3: Weekly
After the roots are established, this plant is drought tolerant.
Soil
Tolerates most soils, as long as it is well draining. Preferably organic soil free of additives.
Fertilization
Use a Palm specific fertilizer three times a year at the beginning of Fall, Spring and Summer. Do not fertilize for the first three months to avoid burning the roots.
Pruning
Only prune a Canary Island Date Palm when fronds are completely brown. Partially green fronds are still giving valuable nutrients to the palm tree.
What is the growth rate for the Canary Date Palms?
They are considered slow growing, at a rate of 1-2 feet per year.
When should I prune my Canary Date Palm?
It is best to prune your Canary Date Palm anytime from late spring to early summer, somewhere between May through June is best.
Can you eat the dates from the Canary Island Date Palm?
No! The dates on the Canary Date Palm are toxic, and eating them can cause serious health risks.
