Date Palm
Phoenix dactylifera
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Date palm is a long-lived tree prized for its sweet edible dates and dramatic feathery fronds, thriving in hot, arid climates with minimal water once established. It serves as both a productive food source and striking landscape accent in permaculture and ornamental settings.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
North Africa and Middle East
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Notable Cultivars
Deglet Noor and Medjool are the most commercially important cultivars; Deglet Noor is known for semi-dry, amber dates and vigorous production, while Medjool produces larger, darker, more caramel-like dates and is popular in home gardens.
Canopy
The tallest trees that form the overstory.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
Date palm is a long-lived tree prized for its sweet edible dates and dramatic feathery fronds, thriving in hot, arid climates with minimal water once established. It serves as both a productive food source and striking landscape accent in permaculture and ornamental settings.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Date Palm grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
North Africa and Middle East
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Canopy
The tallest trees that form the overstory.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
Companion Planting
Plants well with
Notable Cultivars
Deglet Noor and Medjool are the most commercially important cultivars; Deglet Noor is known for semi-dry, amber dates and vigorous production, while Medjool produces larger, darker, more caramel-like dates and is popular in home gardens.