Plant Database
Canary Island Date Palm
Phoenix canariensis
The Canary Island Date Palm is a monumental and iconic landscape palm, making a grand, formal statement. It develops a massive, diamond-patterned trunk topped with an enormous, dense crown of long, stiff, arching, feathery fronds that can be over 15 feet long. The old leaf bases create a stunning "pineapple" effect on the trunk. It is a slow-growing but ultimately huge tree, best suited for parks, large estates, or as a majestic street tree where it has ample space to reach its full, awe-inspiring potential.
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Majestic, Monumental Size: A massive, slow-growing palm that becomes a towering landscape focal point.
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Spectacular "Pineapple" Trunk: The thick trunk is patterned with the attractive, persistent bases of old leaves.
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Dense, Arched Canopy: Produces a very full, rounded crown of long, deep green, pinnate fronds.
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Drought & Wind Tolerant: Very resilient once established, tolerating coastal conditions and dry spells.
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Requires Significant Space: Not for small yards; needs room for its wide-spreading crown and ultimate height of 50-60 feet.