Canary Island Date Palm Seeds
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Bring a piece of the Canary Islands home! The Canary Island date palm (Phoenix canariensis) is one of the most elegant palm species in the world — with a sturdy trunk, sweeping pinnate fronds, and a majestic silhouette that instantly evokes a holiday atmosphere. With patience, these seeds grow into a magnificent indoor palm that will be your companion for years to come.
Growing Guide: How to Sow
- Soak seeds: Place seeds in lukewarm water for 48 hours, changing the water daily. This softens the hard shell.
- Sowing: Press seeds about 2 cm deep into moist seed compost.
- Warmth: A constant 25–30 °C is ideal. A heat mat significantly speeds up germination.
- Germination time: Allow 1–3 months. Germination is uneven — some seeds sprout in 4 weeks, others take 12. Keep moist and be patient!
- First shoot: A simple grass-like leaf appears first. The characteristic pinnate fronds develop after several months.
Care Tips
- Growth: Very slow in the first year (2–3 leaves). From the second year, growth visibly accelerates.
- Location: As bright as possible! Tolerates direct sunlight well. Place outdoors on a balcony in summer.
- Overwintering: Indoors in a bright, cool spot (10–15 °C ideal). Not frost-hardy — even light frost can cause damage.
- Size: Over the years, it can reach 2–3 metres in a pot — a real eye-catcher.
FAQ
How fast does it grow?
The first year is slow — expect 2–3 small leaves. Then growth accelerates considerably. After 5 years, you'll have an impressive palm.
Will it produce dates?
In nature yes, but practically never as a houseplant. Canary Island date palm fruits aren't the edible variety anyway (that would be Phoenix dactylifera).
Contents: Canary Island date palm seeds (Phoenix canariensis) with growing guide. Sachet 13 × 13 cm.
Radis et Capucine is a French family business from the Anjou region, producing seeds since 1927. The brand combines gardening joy with original design, offering growing kits that make gardening accessible to everyone — whether on a balcony, windowsill, or garden. Each set includes a terracotta pot, coconut substrate, and premium seeds, lovingly packaged with fun messages. Made in France.
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