Date Palms

Date Palm Tree Seller in Dubai: Prices, Sizes, Varieties & How to Buy

Palm Tree Dubai·Updated October 2026·11 min read

Mature date palm with fruit clusters in a Dubai villa courtyard

Quick Answer

Palm Tree Dubai is a date palm tree seller in Dubai with nursery grounds in Al Satwa and Al Awir. Our date palms start from AED 1,400 in the catalogue, heights range from 2.5 m (about 8 ft) to 10 m (about 33 ft) clear trunk, and every installation includes crane delivery and a 90-day establishment guarantee. Compare varieties, check the trade licence, and ask for the size in both metres and feet.

Key Takeaways

Ask any date palm seller for overall height and clear trunk height in both metres and feet, and for the variety name.
Our date palms start from AED 1,400; larger sizes are quoted per site after a free survey.
Check trade licence, nursery location, delivery, crane inclusion and the establishment guarantee before paying a deposit.
Villa owners who want no fruit should ask for a non-fruiting or male-clone specimen.
Palm Tree Dubai supplies and installs across the UAE, with a free site survey on every order.

Searches for a date palm tree seller in Dubai are rising as villa owners, developers and landscape designers look for heritage palms that suit the UAE's heat. The date palm is the country's cultural symbol and one of the most resilient ornamental trees available, but buying one well takes more than picking a photo. This guide explains how to choose a seller, which varieties to ask for, how sizes translate between metres and feet, what a realistic price looks like, and how Palm Tree Dubai supplies and installs its trees.

What Makes a Good Date Palm Tree Seller in Dubai?

Searches for a date palm tree seller in Dubai usually come from one of three situations: a villa owner who wants a heritage palm for a courtyard, a developer who needs several matching palms for a boulevard, or a homeowner replacing a palm that has declined. In each case the seller matters as much as the tree, because a date palm is a long-lived plant that takes years to reach full size and is far harder to move once planted.

A reliable seller will be able to answer five things clearly before you pay a deposit:

Where the tree was grown. Date palms grown in a local nursery have been acclimatizing to Dubai's heat, alkaline soil and irrigation water. Ask how long the specimen has been in the country and in the nursery.
Which variety it is. Date palms are sold by variety, and fruit quality varies widely. Ask for the variety name and whether the tree is male, female or unsexed; this matters if you want fruit.
How the tree is sized. Ask for the overall height, the clear trunk height and the root ball size, all in metres and feet, and confirm them in writing.
What delivery includes. Crane lift, planting, anchoring and first irrigation should be quoted separately so you can compare like with like.
What guarantee applies. Ask whether the establishment period is covered, for how long, and what the seller will do if the tree declines.

Ask for a trade licence and, for imported stock, the permit paperwork. Importing plants into the UAE involves permits from the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, as Khaleej Times explains, so a seller who cannot show documents should be questioned.

Date Palm Varieties Sold in Dubai

The variety determines fruit quality, price and how the palm looks in a garden. Date palms in the UAE span dozens of local and international varieties, and the ones most often requested by villa owners are:

Khalas: the classic UAE variety, prized for its soft, sweet fruit and reliable crop. A common choice for heritage gardens.
Barhi: a golden, early-ripening date that can be eaten fresh as well as dried. Widely regarded as a top international variety.
Medjool (Majhool): large, soft, very sweet dates. Gulf News reports it is the most expensive date in the UAE and is not widely grown locally, which is part of why it commands a premium.
Khenezi and Sultana: popular for fruit and ornamental planting, with differing fruit size and colour.
Non-fruiting ornamental types: chosen purely for trunk, crown and shade. Ideal if you do not want fruit dropping on paving or pools.

For a villa where fruit would be a nuisance, ask for a non-fruiting or male-clone specimen. For a farm-style garden or family estate, a female fruiting variety such as Khalas or Barhi is a rewarding choice. Our date palm product page lists the varieties and heights we currently hold, and our date palm tree Dubai price and size guide explains sizing in more detail.

Date Palm Sizes in Metres and Feet

Dubai buyers search in both units, so every size below is given in metres and feet. Overall height and clear trunk height are different measurements: overall height includes the crown, while clear trunk height is the length of bare trunk below the first fronds. Confirm which one a seller is quoting.

Date palm sizes in metres and feet, what each size is for and how it is priced
Size	Feet	Typical use	How it is priced
1 m	3.3 ft	Young plant, not yet landscape-ready	UAE University tissue-culture plants of about 100 cm list at AED 120-200 (lab price, not a garden-ready tree).
2.5 m	8.2 ft	Entry-level garden specimen	Our catalogue starts at AED 1,400 for date palms; clear-trunk heights start around this size.
5 m	16.4 ft	Established villa or courtyard palm	Quoted after survey; crane access and root ball drive the price.
6 m	19.7 ft	Large feature palm	Quoted after survey; usually needs a larger crane.
10 m	32.8 ft	Top of our date palm range	Quoted after survey; heavy crane, planned route and specialist crew.

Remember that a date palm's height is only part of its value. A thicker trunk, a fuller crown and a well-formed root ball make a tree more expensive and more likely to establish quickly. For the sizing principles behind the crane and planting side, see our guide to tree supply and installation in Dubai.

How Much Does a Date Palm Tree Cost in Dubai?

Palm Tree Dubai's date palms start from AED 1,400 in our catalogue, with larger specimens priced by height, trunk and crane access. Market prices in Dubai vary widely. Dubai classified listings in June 2026 showed date palms advertised at roughly AED 700 to AED 1,200, but sizes were rarely stated, so those asking prices cannot be compared with a specified, crane-installed tree.

Four things move the price most: height, variety (fruiting and rare varieties cost more), the root ball and trunk condition, and the installation itself. A tree delivered to a ground-level driveway is cheaper to install than one that has to be craned over a two-storey villa wall. Bulk orders for several palms on the same site usually bring a lower per-tree rate.

Why we quote per site: a 5 m palm on open ground and a 5 m palm behind a narrow gate are different jobs with different crane needs.
Why we publish starting prices: so you can judge whether a seller's number is in the right range before you call.
What is included: a free site survey on every order, and the establishment guarantee on every installation.

For a feel of how the other palms are priced, our buyer's guide to choosing a palm tree seller in Dubai covers pricing drivers across species, and our product catalogue lists starting prices for every palm we stock.

Step-by-Step: How to Buy a Date Palm Tree in Dubai

Use this sequence whether you are buying one palm for a villa or a dozen for a community entrance:

Define the job. Shade, a feature, a heritage look or a fruiting tree. This narrows the variety and size.
Measure the site. Note the gate width, overhead cables, the distance to walls and pools, and where the crane can stand.
Shortlist three sellers. Check trade licence, nursery location and reviews, and whether they will show the actual trees.
Book a site survey. A good seller measures, scans for utilities and confirms crane access before quoting.
Compare written quotes. Make sure each quote states height in metres and feet, variety, delivery, crane, planting and guarantee.
Confirm the aftercare plan. Irrigation, pest monitoring and the 90-day establishment period should be in writing.

If you want to check our work before committing, the project gallery shows completed installations, and the Dubai Hills community planting is a large, documented example.

Caring for a Date Palm in Dubai's Climate

A date palm is one of the most heat-tolerant palms available, but it still needs attention in its first year. Established palms need less water than new ones, yet the basics stay the same:

Deep, regular watering in the first 90 days, ideally through drip bubblers placed at the root zone rather than daily surface spray.
Feeding for micronutrients. Dubai's alkaline soils are often short of iron, manganese and magnesium, which show up as yellowing new fronds.
Red Palm Weevil monitoring. The pest has affected date and ornamental palms across the UAE. Gulf News has covered the control effort, and pheromone-trap monitoring on new plantings is inexpensive protection.
Removing old fronds carefully, without cutting into the trunk or the green crown.

Our garden maintenance team handles this routine for villa owners, and our irrigation systems are designed around the deep-root watering palms prefer.

Date Palm Tree Seller Near Me: Where to Find Us in Dubai

If you are searching for a date palm tree seller near me, the fastest route is a site visit. Our nursery is in Al Satwa, central Dubai, close to the main arterial roads, and our holding yards are in Al Awir. Customers in Dubai Marina, Jumeirah, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Hills Estate, Emirates Hills, Arabian Ranches, Al Barari and Jumeirah Golf Estates are regularly served from these yards, with delivery to the other emirates arranged on request.

Because cranes and specimen trees need a planned route, we recommend booking a survey rather than turning up unannounced. Tell us your postcode or community, your plot size and your access, and we will confirm lead times and crane requirements before you commit. Book a free site survey.

Why Palm Tree Dubai Is One of Dubai's Leading Date Palm Tree Sellers

Palm Tree Dubai LLC is a palm tree seller and landscape contractor based in Dubai, with nursery grounds in Al Satwa and holding yards in Al Awir. The company supplies mature palms and garden trees, crane-installs them, and maintains them afterwards, serving villas, resorts, master communities and commercial developments across all seven emirates: Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Umm Al Quwain and Fujairah.

Our own records show more than 50,000 trees planted, over 1,200 villa projects completed and 15 years of experience, with a post-planting survival rate of 99.4%. Those figures are company-reported rather than independently audited, so ask us for references and visit a site before you buy. Every installation carries a 90-day health guarantee covering the establishment period.

Own nursery stock: palms are hardened in our Dubai nursery grounds before they reach your site, so you know how long a tree has been acclimatizing locally.
Crane fleet: hydraulic cranes rated from 25 to 70 tonnes lift multi-tonne palms over villa walls and rooflines.
Express delivery: standard varieties in stock can usually be delivered and planted within 24 to 48 hours of a site survey.
Transparent pricing: we quote after a free site survey, and our catalogue shows starting prices so you can compare before you call.
One accountable team: the seller, the crane crew and the aftercare team are the same company, so there is no finger-pointing if something needs attention.

Ready to see the trees? Visit our nursery in Al Satwa or call +971 55 590 3255 or email meknassgroup@gmail.com. You can also browse our full palm and tree catalogue, read about our nursery and team, or request a free quote.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I buy a date palm tree in Dubai?

You can buy date palms from licensed nurseries and landscape contractors in Dubai. Palm Tree Dubai sells date palms from its nursery grounds in Al Satwa and Al Awir, delivers across the UAE, and installs them with cranes. Visit a nursery or book a survey before you buy.

How much is a date palm tree in Dubai?

Palm Tree Dubai's date palms start from AED 1,400 in the catalogue. Larger specimens are quoted per site after a survey, because height, root ball, variety and crane access change the price. Classified listings often show lower asking prices, but they rarely state the size or include installation.

How tall is a typical date palm for a villa?

Villa gardens commonly use date palms in the 2.5 m to 6 m range (about 8 to 20 feet) of overall height. Taller specimens are used for entrances and communities and need a larger crane.

Can I buy a date palm that already produces dates?

Yes. Fruiting specimens of established varieties such as Khalas and Barhi are available, though a palm's fruit production depends on its sex and age. Ask the seller to confirm whether the tree is male, female or a non-fruiting ornamental.

Do date palms need a permit to be planted in Dubai?

On a private villa plot you normally do not need a separate municipal permit to plant a date palm, but community guidelines may restrict placement. Any excavation needs a utility scan first, and imported plants need Ministry permits.

How long does a date palm take to establish?

Most date palms need about 90 days to establish in a new position, with root growth continuing for a year or more. Our 90-day health guarantee covers the establishment period on installations we carry out.

Is it safe to buy a date palm online?

Buy only after you have confirmed the variety, size in metres and feet, trade licence, delivery and crane inclusions, and guarantee in writing. Online photos can differ from the tree you receive, so a visit or a video call with the actual specimen is wise.

Sources and Further Reading

Facts drawn from public sources are linked below. Prices are Palm Tree Dubai's own catalogue starting rates and market observations, reviewed in October 2026.

Gulf News: Most expensive dates in UAE and world (variety and origin)
UAE University, Date Palm Development Research Unit: Date palm tissue culture plants price list
Gulf News: UAE wages war on deadly beetle (Red Palm Weevil)
Khaleej Times: UAE plans to import plants: how to obtain permits for agricultural shipments
Dubai Media Office: Geographic Location & Climate
Dubai Media Office: Dubai Municipality completes AED190 million landscaping projects (July 2025)

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