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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 8–10Climate Arid, Mediterranean
California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — waxy fronds extending 3-6 ft

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Arecaceae
Climate
Arid, Mediterranean

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Photos (82)

California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — edged with thread-like filaments; making it an exceptional choice for xeriscaping, image 66
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) — These leaves are lush green, adding a pop of color and exotic flair to your garden; offering a, image 68
California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — making it an exceptional choice for xeriscaping; typically 2 to 3 feet in diameter, image 69
California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — It requires full sun exposure to thrive and can adapt to various soil types; though well-draining, image 70
California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — though well-draining soil is optimal; palm for full, image 71
California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — Regular watering will encourage a healthier and more luxuriant growth but it should be moderated, image 72
California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — as overwatering can detriment plant health.<br><br>When designing landscapes; edged with thread-like, image 73
California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — With its low maintenance needs and striking appearance; as overwatering can detriment plant, image 74
California Fan Palm (Washingtonia Filifera) — it is sure to captivate both the client and any visitors of the garden; its robust trunk grows 2-3 ft, image 75

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