Phoenix

Date Palm

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Architectural palm with pinnate fronds, native to arid regions of the Middle East and North Africa. Known for edible dates and high drought tolerance.
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Plant Details

Common Name Date Palm
Family Arecaceae
Genus Phoenix
Origin Middle East / North Africa
Blooming Foliage plant, occasional flower spikes in summer
Leaf Color Dark green
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining sandy loam or peat mix with perlite for aeration

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Watering

Water regularly during growing season, allow topsoil to dry between waterings. Reduce significantly in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers full sun but tolerates bright indirect light indoors; requires strong light to prevent etiolation

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Fertilization

Apply balanced palm fertilizer monthly from April to September. Avoid over-fertilizing to prevent salt burn.

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Pruning

Remove dead and brown fronds at the trunk level only; never cut green leaves.

Pest Control Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite Thrip

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
agriculture Harvesting Period 2 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 15000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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