Date Palm Price in UAE: 2026 Guide

Planting a palm tree in Dubai is an investment. A healthy date palm or washingtonia can live for decades, but a palm planted at the wrong time of year can struggle for months, lose fronds or fail completely. In this guide, the team at Al Qaswan Landscape explains the best time to plant palm trees in Dubai, what to avoid in summer, and how to help a new palm settle in quickly.

The best time to plant palm trees in Dubai

For most gardens, the best time to plant palm trees in Dubai is spring (March to May) and autumn (late September to November). In these months the soil is warm, which palm roots need to grow, but the air is not yet at its peak summer heat. A palm planted in spring has the whole warm season to build new roots before it faces its first full summer.

• March to May: the best overall window. Warm soil, moderate air temperature and long days help fast root growth.
• Late September to November: a good second window once the worst heat has passed.
• December to February: possible, but root growth is slower in cooler soil, so the palm takes longer to establish.
• July and August: the hardest time. Planting is still possible with careful aftercare, but heat and humidity put new palms under heavy stress.

Why palm roots need warm soil

Palms are different from most trees. When a mature palm is dug up for transplanting, many of its roots are cut, and the palm must grow new roots from the base of the trunk. This happens fastest when the soil is warm. That is why palms planted in spring or early autumn usually recover much faster than palms planted in the cool winter months.

Can you plant palm trees in the UAE summer?

Yes, but only with extra care. If a project cannot wait, these steps reduce the risk:

• Plant early in the morning or in the evening, never in the midday heat.
• Tie the fronds up during transport and planting to reduce water loss.
• Water deeply straight after planting and keep the root zone moist, not waterlogged.
• Use drip irrigation so water reaches the roots every day.
• Give temporary shade to smaller palms for the first few weeks.

How to plant a palm tree correctly in Dubai

1. Choose the right palm. Date palms, washingtonia and other heat-tolerant palms handle UAE conditions best. See our palm trees for sale in UAE, and check the current date palm price in UAE before you buy.
2. Prepare the pit. Dig a hole about twice as wide as the root ball and mix sweet soil with the sandy native soil.
3. Keep the right depth. Plant the palm at the same depth it grew before. Planting too deep is one of the most common mistakes.
4. Support large palms. Tall palms need bracing until their new roots hold them firmly.
5. Set up irrigation. Install drip lines or bubblers before the palm goes in.

Aftercare for a newly planted palm

The first three to six months decide whether a new palm thrives. Water regularly, check that the soil drains well, and do not remove green fronds, because the palm needs them to recover. Feed with a palm fertiliser only after new growth appears. Our palm tree services include trimming, pest control and regular palm care across Dubai and the UAE.

Frequently asked questions

What month is best to plant a date palm in Dubai?

March to May is the best time to plant a date palm in Dubai, because the soil is warm and the palm can build new roots before peak summer.

How long does a transplanted palm take to establish?

Most palms show new growth within a few months, but a large transplanted palm can take up to a year to fully establish. Regular watering makes a big difference.

Do you deliver and plant palm trees across the UAE?

Yes. Al Qaswan Landscape supplies, delivers and plants palm trees in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and all other Emirates, including crane planting for tall palms.

Planning to plant palms this season? Contact Al Qaswan Landscape for a free site visit and a clear quote.