Mexican Fan Palm (Washingtonia robusta) | 2.0–5.0 m

The Mexican Fan Palm is the tall, fast-growing palm you see lining Dubai’s boulevards, hotel entrances, and villa driveways — and for good reason. Available in four trunk heights from 2.0 m to 5.0 m, starting at AED 1,300, it is one of the most reliable and cost-effective ways to add instant vertical drama to any landscape.

Key Features

• Four size options: 2.0 m (AED 1,300), 3.0 m (AED 1,950), 4.0 m (AED 2,600), 5.0 m (AED 3,250)
• Fast-growing species that continues to gain height quickly after planting — one of the tallest palms available
• Iconic fan-shaped fronds on a slender, elegant trunk that suits formal and informal landscapes alike
• Extremely resilient — handles strong winds, salt spray, and the most exposed positions
• Low maintenance once established — requires only occasional removal of spent fronds

Why It Works in Dubai

Washingtonia robusta is arguably the most proven palm species in the UAE — it lines streets, parks, and private gardens across the country and thrives in conditions that would stress lesser species. It tolerates full, unrelenting sun, extreme summer heat, sandy and alkaline soils, and even moderate salt exposure in coastal areas. Its fast growth rate means you see results within a single season, and its slender trunk takes up minimal ground space while delivering maximum vertical impact. It is also one of the most wind-resistant palms, flexing rather than snapping in shamal conditions.

Care Snapshot

Light: full sun; thrives in the most exposed, sun-drenched positions
Water: low to moderate once established; deep watering every 7–10 days in summer is sufficient
Soil: highly adaptable; thrives in sandy, loamy, and alkaline soils with good drainage

What You’ll Receive

A healthy Mexican Fan Palm (Washingtonia robusta) at your chosen trunk height — 2.0 m (AED 1,300), 3.0 m (AED 1,950), 4.0 m (AED 2,600), or 5.0 m (AED 3,250) — supplied in a nursery container ready for landscape planting.

*Actual product may vary slightly from the image shown. Landscape trees require professional planting for best results — visit our store for expert advice.