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California Native Plant

Washingtonia filifera

California Fan Palm, Petticoat Palm

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Information by:         Photographer: Myrna Dowsett/Sortomme

 

Description

Palm tree grows to 60' x 20' . It has light green fronds 3'-6' long. Seeds appear in fall so be sure to remove seed stalk to avoid mess on patios and sidewalks. California Fan Palm is the only palm native to California.

 

Plant Type

Palm

Height Range

12-25', 25-40'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast, Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Seascape, Tropical

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Lawn, Parking Strip, Swimming Pool

Special Uses

Fire Resistant

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a 2" layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost, or aged sawdust.

Inorganic mulches such as gravel are also acceptable.