Canary Palm (Phoenix Canariensis)

The Canary Palm is a sub-tropical tree from the Canary Islands where it has been grown for centuries. The good news for Charleston residents is that also thrives in the Lowcountry climate.

Other names:

Canary Island Date Palm, Pineapple Palm

Features

  • Solid choice for Charleston
  • Cold Hardy to 15F – 20F
  • Extremely Slow (25+ years)
  • Very Large (max. 50-60 ft.)
  • Needs full sun
  • Water weekly

About the Canary Palm

The Canary Palm Tree, also known as the Canary Island Date Palm,  is one of the most majestic of all palm tree varieties.  This sub-tropical palm tree has been grown for exotic landscape for over 200 years.

This large, stately palm often reaches a size too massive for most residential landscapes but, fortunately, it is very slow-growing and will take a considerable amount of time to reach its 50 to 60-foot-height.

The Canary Island Date Palm is also known as the “Pineapple Palm” because of the unique pineapple shape it forms after it is trimmed.

The Canary Island Date Palm Tree is recommended for Mt. Pleasant, Charleston, Kiawah SC and surrounding areas.

Caring for your Canary Palm

We’ll be adding detailed information for taking care of your Canary Palm. For now, though check out our general tips for palm tree care.