Desert Date Palm
Phoenix Dactylifera
Overview
The Phoenix dactylifera, commonly called the Desert Date Palm, reaches heights of 50-75 feet. It's prized for its majestic form, deep-green frond spread of up to 25 feet, and edible dates. Hardy in zones 9-11, it requires full sun and well-drained soil. This drought-tolerant palm adds vertical drama and a tropical flair, though it demands space for its wide canopy. Essential to arid landscape designs, it's both functional and ornamental.
Sun FullWater Low, Medium, Very LowZones 10–10Type PalmClimate Arid
Culture
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Low, Medium, Very Low
- USDA zones
- 10–10
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 80–100 Ft.
- Mature width
- 25–40 Ft.
Classification
- Type
- Palm
- Family
- Arecaceae
- Climate
- Arid
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