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Phoenix dactylifera

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Date Palm

 
Plant photo of: Olea europaea
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Information by:         Photographer: Steve Mullany /Smith

 

Description

This tree, the source of edible dates, will grow up to 80' tall and has grayish 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.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Design Styles

Desert, Formal, Mediterranean, Seascape, Spanish, Tropical

 

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen

 

Seasonal Interest

n/a

 

Location Uses

Background, Parkingstrip, Parkinglot, Roadsidehwy, Streettree

 

Special Uses

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Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

To reduce soil moisture loss, apply 3-to-4 inches of organic mulch around plants - - but away from the trunk.