Frequently Asked Questions, FAQ
How fast does Phoenix canariensis grow?
The growth rate of a canariensis depends on the environment and care. In the Netherlands, if well cared for, as an adult palm (at least a few years old), it could grow about 30cm. Younger date palms grow less quickly, from 3 to 20cm per year.
How tall does the Phoenix canariensis get?
On the Canary Islands, a date palm can grow up to 13 meters tall. However, in the Netherlands, they often remain smaller, only a few meters. But it is indeed possible to import a larger one from the tropics.
Phoenix canariensis, how often should it be watered?
In the winter period, in the cold, a date palm can go a week without water, and it should not receive too much even then. The warmer the weather and the more sunlight, the more water it needs. During the hottest days, a date palm may need to be soaked twice a day.
When does a Phoenix canariensis bloom?
After a few years, the Phoenix canariensis will bloom. This rarely happens with date palms that are indoors, but more so with those that are outdoors and have grown large. The blooming period is around August. It produces hanging clusters with cream-yellow flowers. Later, after blooming, it yields edible red-yellow fruit.
We consider the Phoenix canariensis a type of tropical superplant. It is simply so beautiful!
For a large indoor space, this plant is exceptionally applicable. However, it is not the easiest for outdoors. It looks really stunning what a Canariensis can do in a garden, but it does come with a few requirements: it should not be in temperatures lower than -6 degrees. Then it really needs help, such as frost cloth around it and a heating cable inside. Also, the leaves need to be tied together and protected in winter. For a large size, this can be quite a job. But we do offer service packages for this.
If you are willing to meet these requirements, the Canariensis will truly give you a hefty dose of tropical vacation atmosphere. The bigger the palm, the more impressive the effect. Even a smaller size quickly grows to a size that creates a truly beautiful ambiance. So, you can achieve a lovely result with a small budget too.
You will also often find this palm in tropical vacation spots. They often stand proudly reaching heights of 7 - 15 meters into the sky, basking in the delightful summer warmth with the sun or moon shining behind them... and that is also possible in the Netherlands!