Date palm  Phoenix dactylifera Palmae
	Form: Tree Seasonality: Evergreen Size: 100ft, spread to 30ft; Leaves: Feather-like fronds, 15-20ft long, more silver-gray than other Phoenix palms, rough and sharp, toothed held more erect (not arching); life span of leaf is 3-7 years; Flowers: Off-white clusters, not ornamental Fruit: Edible dates on female plants Stems/Trunks: Slender trunk, 18in diameter, may produce offsets Range/Origin: Asia Hardiness: Sunset Zones 8,9 11-24 Comments: Moderate litter, thorns, very slow grower CULTURAL REQUIREMENTS: Exposure: Full to partial sun Water: Low to moderate, deep irrigation recommended monthly Soil: Sandy, well drained soils Propagation: Seed, offsets Maintenance: High; fruit on females drop and attract animals
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