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Grow your own Date Palm (Phoenix dactylifera) from seeds! This hardy fruit tree thrives in Zones 8-12, produces sweet edible dates, and adds a tropical touch to any landscape.
Height: Grows up to 82 feet tall
Canopy: Spreads up to 23 feet wide
Sunlight: Requires full sun
USDA Zones: Hardy in Zones 8-12
Soil: Well-draining, tolerant of salty and sandy soils
Watering: Drought-resistant once established
Fruit: Produces sweet, edible dates, used fresh or dried
Medicinal Uses: Traditionally used for respiratory issues and fevers
Multi-Purpose: Leaves for thatching, fiber for baskets, wood for construction
Pest Resistance: Naturally resistant to termites
Cold Hardy: Tolerates mild frost in Zone 8
Common Name: Date Palm
Scientific Name: Phoenix dactylifera
USDA Zones: 8-12
Fruit Color: Red to yellow when ripe
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast-growing
Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy, salt-tolerant
Sunlight: Full sun
Watering Needs: Low once established
Tree Size: 40-82' H
Uses: Edible fruit, landscaping, animal feed, basket weaving, soap making
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5 Date Palm Tree Seeds (Phoenix dactylifera) – Edible Fruit, Hardy to Zone 8
$30.00