Phoenix canariensis
Canary Island Date Palm
From: £20.95
The Canary Island Date Palm is a ubiquitous sight in warm temperate to tropical places worldwide, and can bring that same tropical atmosphere to any garden.
Phoenix canariensis’ arching feathery leaves are an eye-catching sight, no matter the size of the palm. As the palm grow its iconic trunk will slowly develop, making for an incredibly striking specimen.
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Plant Biography
Endemic to the Canary Islands, the Pygmy date palm lives across all seven of the individual islands in a range of habitats, from humid areas just below cloud forest, to semi-arid areas, with the largest population being on La Gomera island.
However, you may be more familiar with its use across the world in warm temperate regions as a street tree. In many of these locations the leaflets are used to create woven products, including crosses for Palm Sunday celebrations.
Expert Tip
Phoenix Palm Pruners
Phoenix canariensis is renowned for its thick, columnar grey-brown trunk with distinctive diamond shaped leaf base scars which form as the crown of arching palmate leaves die and grow higher.
Specialist palm pruners, especially in locations where it is commonly grown, take immense pride in ornamentally trimming the fronds into these beautiful forms.
Care & Size Guidance
Phoenix canariensis is hardy to -8C, or lower when it’s dry, and is particularly resistant to drought and salty winds, making it a perfect candidate for the south coast of the UK.
Have recently ordered two of these. I firstly had the larger size and just had to get another (smaller size) as they are so effective in the garden and make me feel like Im back on holiday! Great quality. Carefully packaged and a speedy delivery too! Thank you.
Rebecca N. –
The Palm tree arrived in superb condition, exceptionally well packed and delivery time and delivery company was also excellent. Have had my fingers burnt with other suppliers in the past but I will certainly recommend and use the Palm Centre again, there are not enough superlatives. Thank you.
David S. –
For the price, which was the lowest I found, I was dubious about what I might receive, but I needn’t have worried. It’s a really decent size and looks nice and healthy. I bought it as a gift, but now I want one for myself!
Annabel M. –
Lovely healthy plants. Great size and well packaged.
Carolyn W. –