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California Fan Palm

Washingtonia Filifera

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Overview

The California Fan Palm, Washingtonia filifera, thrives in zones 8-11, adorned with fan-like, waxy fronds extending 3-6 ft. Its robust trunk grows 2-3 ft in diameter, reaching up to 60 ft tall. Notable for its distinctive skirt of dead leaves, it requires full sun and well-draining soil, offering a striking vertical accent for arid landscapes. Moderate water needs; drought-tolerant once established. Ideal for focal points or grouped for a dramatic effect.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, Low, Very LowZones 8–10Type PalmClimate Arid, Mediterranean

California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — is a robust palm native to the desert oases of California; scientifically known as Washingtonia filifera

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Extra in Summer, Low, Very Low
USDA zones: 8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Palm
Family: Arecaceae
Climate: Arid, Mediterranean

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California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — may exhibit a unique "skirt" of dead leaves before maintenance

California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — This stately palm can reach impressive heights of up to 60 feet

California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — Notable for its distinctive skirt of dead leaves; it requires full sun exposure to thrive and can adapt to

California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — is a robust palm native to the desert oases of California

California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — edged with thread-like filaments; making it an exceptional choice for xeriscaping

California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — it is sure to captivate both the client and any visitors of the garden

California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — giving the plant its specific epithet "filifera"; white and yellow flowers in the garden, image 67

California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — This stately palm can reach impressive heights of up to 60 feet; giving the plant its specific epithet "filifera"

California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — with a spread of 10 to 15 feet as its crown of fan-shaped fronds extends outward; with its low maintenance needs

California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — may exhibit a unique "skirt" of dead leaves before maintenance; this stately palm can reach, image 65

California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — as overwatering can detriment plant health.<br><br>When designing landscapes

California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — Ideal for focal points or grouped for a dramatic effect; regular watering will encourage a healthier, image 59

California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — white and yellow flowers in the garden; is a robust palm native to the desert oases of California, image 76

California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — It requires full sun exposure to thrive and can adapt to various soil types; though well-draining soil is optimal

California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — as overwatering can detriment plant health.<br><br>When designing landscapes; edged with thread-like filaments

California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — giving the plant its specific epithet "filifera"; white and yellow flowers in the garden

California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — with a spread of 10 to 15 feet as its crown of fan-shaped fronds extends outward; with its low, image 63

California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — typically 2 to 3 feet in diameter

California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — waxy fronds extending 3-6 ft; it requires full sun and well-draining soil, image 53

California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — white and yellow flowers in the garden

California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — is a robust palm native to the desert oases of California; scientifically known as Washingtonia, image 61

California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — palm with white and yellow blooms

California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — white and yellow flowers in the garden; is a robust palm native to the desert oases of California

California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — typically 2 to 3 feet in diameter; notable for its distinctive skirt of dead leaves, image 64

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