Date Palm Supply & Planting in the UAE
Date palm planting in UAE done right: our crew handles the pit, soil, crane, staking and watering, so your palm settles in fast.
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Claim on WhatsAppWhen is the best time to plant date palms in the UAE?
October to April is the best time to plant date palms in the UAE, because cooler weather means less heat stress while the roots settle. Tall palms are lifted in by crane, planted in a pit with improved soil, staked and given a bubbler or drip ring, then checked in the first weeks.
Date palms supplied and planted the right way
Correct pit size, the right soil mix, safe crane lifting, staking and irrigation, so your date palm settles in fast.
Planting a date palm is more than digging a hole. The pit size, soil mix, planting depth and first weeks of watering decide whether the palm settles in or struggles. Al Qaswan Landscape offers professional date palm planting in UAE for palms you buy from us or already own.
Our team prepares a wide pit, mixes sweet sand with organic matter and slow-release fertiliser, and sets the root ball at the right depth. Large palms are lifted with a crane, placed straight, and held with strong stakes or guy wires until the roots take hold.
Every date palm installation in Dubai and the other Emirates ends with a bubbler or drip ring around the palm and a clear watering plan, so you know exactly what to do in the first months.
- Pit dug to the right size for the root ball
- Sweet sand, compost and slow-release fertiliser mix
- Crane lifting for tall and heavy palms
- Straight placement, staking or guy wires
- Bubbler or drip ring installed
- Watering plan and first check-up visit
Good to know: keep the base of the trunk dry and place bubblers or drippers away from it. A trunk base that stays wet weakens the roots and invites pests such as the red palm weevil. Gulf News on over-watering palms (opens in a new tab)
- Best season
- October to April
- Tall palms
- Crane lifting
- First check
- In the first weeks
- Areas
- All 7 Emirates
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What is included
Everything from the palm itself to the first weeks of care.
Palm supply
Healthy date palms of every size, or we plant the palm you already have.
Learn morePit & soil mix
A wide pit and a sweet sand, compost and fertiliser mix for sandy UAE ground.
Crane & transport
Truck and crane for tall palms, planned around your access and community rules.
Staking & bracing
Stakes or guy wires keep the palm straight until new roots hold.
Bubbler or drip ring
Water goes to the root zone, not the trunk, with a timer if you want.
Learn moreAftercare plan
A watering plan and a check-up visit so the palm settles in fast.
Learn moreDate palm sizes and how they are planted
Bigger palms give an instant look; smaller palms settle faster and cost less to deliver.
| Size | Clear trunk | Best for | Planting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Young palm / offshoot | Under 1 m | Farms and patient gardeners; fruit comes after a few years | By hand |
| Medium palm | About 1 to 3 m | Villa gardens; settles fast | By hand or a small crane |
| Tall palm | About 3 to 6 m | Instant impact at entrances and driveways | Crane needed |
| Very tall palm | Over 6 m | Hotels, avenues and statement spots | Crane and extra bracing |
Date palms are priced and planted by clear trunk height (the bare trunk below the fronds). We check access for the truck and crane before delivery.
Why plant your date palms with us
Reliable people, fair prices and results that last in the UAE climate.
Date palm specialists
Date palms are our main service, from supply to yearly care.
Crane-ready crew
We plan every lift and work safely around villas, walls and pools.
Planted to last
Correct depth, soil and staking: the three things that decide success.
We come back
A follow-up check in the first weeks is part of the job.
How date palm planting works, step by step
Clear steps from your first message to the finished job.
Site check
We check access for the truck and crane, the planting spot, cables and irrigation.
Pit and soil
The pit is dug and filled with a soil mix made for sandy, salty UAE ground.
Lift and plant
The palm is lifted, set at the right depth, backfilled and staked.
Water and follow up
Deep first watering, irrigation ring, and a check-up visit in the first weeks.
What affects the cost of planting
Every site is different, so we price after a free visit. These are the things that change the price most:
- Palm height and root ball size
- Crane size and site access
- Number of palms in one visit
- Soil mix and fertiliser needed
- Bubbler ring or drip setup
- Distance and community permits
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Date Palm Supply & Planting in Dubai and across the UAE
Our teams cover homes, villas, compounds and commercial sites in:
- Dubai
- Abu Dhabi
- Sharjah
- Ajman
- Ras Al Khaimah
- Fujairah
- Umm Al Quwain
- Al Ain
Book a free site visit
Tell us about your date palm supply & planting needs. The form opens in WhatsApp with your details ready to send.
- Call+971558948900
- We confirm on WhatsAppA real person replies and fixes a time that suits you.
- Free site visitWe measure, check the site and listen to your ideas.
- Clear, itemised quoteYou see every item and price before any work starts.
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Date palm planting: questions answered
How deep should a date palm be planted?
The palm should sit at the same depth it grew in the nursery, with the top of the root ball level with the ground. Planting too deep is a common reason palms struggle.
What is the best time for date palm planting in UAE?
October to April is the easiest season because the palm settles with less heat stress. Palms can be planted in summer too, with extra watering and shade care in the first weeks.
Do you plant palms that I bought somewhere else?
Yes. We plant palms from any supplier, as long as the root ball is healthy. We check the palm when we arrive and tell you if anything needs attention.
Do you need a crane to plant a date palm?
Small palms can be planted by hand. Palms with a trunk of about 2 metres or more are usually lifted with a crane or a truck with a boom, which is safer for the palm and your property.
How much water does a newly planted date palm need?
A new palm needs deep, regular watering for the first weeks, then a steady schedule once new fronds grow. We set the plan for your season and soil at handover.
Why is my newly planted palm turning yellow?
Some yellowing of older fronds is normal after planting. Spreading yellow or a drooping centre can mean too much or too little water, or a planting problem. Send us a photo and we will advise.
Do you cover community approvals for crane work?
Many communities ask for approval before a crane enters. We guide you on what your community usually needs and plan the work around it.
Do you supply the palms as well?
Yes. We source healthy date palms of the variety and height you want, check them before delivery and plant them in one job. You can also plant palms you already have.
Which areas do you cover?
We plant date palms in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, Umm Al Quwain and Al Ain.
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