Phoenix dactylifera
Date Palm, Arabian Desert Date Palm
Description
This tree, the source of edible dates, will grow up to 80' tall and has greyish-green leaves on a slender trunk. It does well in desert landscapes. This palm is often used in formal groupings around large buildings.
Plant Type
Tree, Palm
Height Range
40-60'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Grey Green
Bark Color
Brown, Grey
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
Winter
Sun
Full
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Formal, Mediterranean, Seascape, Spanish, Tropical
Accenting Features
Silhouette, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Background, Parking Strip, Parking Lot, Roadside, Street Tree
Special Uses
n/a
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a 2" layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost, or aged sawdust.
Inorganic mulches such as gravel are also acceptable.