Canary Island Date Palm

Leading Palm Tree Company Doesn't Just Sell Canary Island Date Palms

by ianb123 on Oct 5, 2009

  Fusarium wilt is one of the most destructive palm diseases in California landscapes. It results in the death of Phoenix canariensis, (Canary Island Date Palms) is incurable and easily spread by common pruning practices. Since Phoenix canariensis (Canary Island Date Palms) are large and often require a crane to install, the cost of removal and replacement (with a non-susceptible species) is exorbitant. The disease is widespread, affecting palms in landscapes wherever Phoenix canariensis (Canary Island Date Palms) is grown and the density of diseased individuals seems to be increasing. Since a single Canary Island Date palm can cost over $10,000, this disease is taken quite seriously. Recent articles have appeared in many Southern California newspapers;(Many of these with misinformation about the disease) and the disease was recently featured on network television channels as well as the Cable News Network . Big palms mean big money and big losses when they get...Read More >>