date palm
Phoenix Dactylifera
Grow conditions
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Hardiness zone
- 9-11
- Minimum temperature
- 19°F (−7°C)
- Soil type
- Loam, Sandy, Well-drained
- Soil pH
- Neutral, Alkaline
Plant traits
Mature height50 ft-80 ft
Mature width20 ft-40 ft
Plant typeEvergreen trees
Bloom seasonSpring
Foliage typeEvergreen
Tolerance & safety
Drought tolerantYes
Fire tolerantModerate
Pet safeSafe
Deer resistantYes
Pollinator-friendlyBees
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