Phoenix canariensisCanary Island Date Palm Phoenix canariensis This is the palm that dominates the seafronts of the Canary Islands and every Mediterranean promenade you've ever walked along on holiday. Up close, it's even better a stout trunk rising into a crown of long, dark green fronds that catch the light beautifully. Native to the Canary Islands, Phoenix canariensis is slow growing but impressive, especially in a large container on a sunny patio or terrace. It's