Washingtonia filifera (California Fan Palm)

Washingtonia filifera, California fan palm, is a palm tree adapted to many summer-dry climate gardens. This iconic palm boasts a slender trunk topped with a crown of large, fan-shaped, deep green leaves. California fan palms can reach heights of up to 75 feet and spread out to 15 feet wide. This slow-growing palm thrives in full sun and well-draining soil in mediterranean climates. California fan palms are drought-tolerant once established and require little to moderate water once a week in their first year. Native to California and the desert southwest, these palms make a dramatic focal point in the garden or can be used to provide shade in the landscape. Considered a symbol of the American West, California fan palms are a popular choice for streetscapes, parks, and residential landscapes in arid regions.