Phoenix dactylifera |
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Date Palm |
Information by: Photographer: Steve Mullany /Smith
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 and ocean gardens and those in between. This palm is often used in formal groupings around large buildings.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
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
Water Saving Tip:
Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.