Phoenix dactylifera

Date Palm

Family: Arecaceae Palm


Type Tree
USDA Hardiness range 8B - 11
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color White
Bloom time Spring and Winter
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Container, specimen, street tree
Height 50' to 75' / 15.20m to 22.80m
Spread 15' to 30' / 4.60m to 9.20m
Growth rate Slow
Persistence Evergreen
Leaf color Green
Fruit color Orange, yellow
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, alkaline, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Palm, upright or erect
Attributes and features Attractive foilage