I've got this canary island palm that came up wild near the property line. I didn't realize it would get so big so quickly. I'd like to leave it there,because it's a good divider between the yards unless I'm risking damage to a block wall. The trunk is now about 2-feet diameter and about 6-12 inches from the wall.

I know some types of trees have roots that grow near the surface and could do damage but I have no experience with this type of palm.

Anyone know if keeping it is a risk to the wall?

Next question.... I have read that some people will pay big bucks to come and dig these canary palms out and move them. Any truth to that?