Date Palm Seed Starter Grow Kit

Date palms turn a sunny window into the tropics, with arching fronds grown from a real date seed. How to grow Date Palm from seed Start here: Date Palm seeds have a hard coat. Nick or lightly sand each seed and soak overnight in warm water before planting. Sow your seeds at the depth listed on the included instruction card and cover lightly. Then set the clear humidity lid on top to hold warmth and moisture. Keep the planter warm and in bright light, and mist the surface whenever it begins to dry. When your Date Palm sprouts appear, remove the lid and move it to your brightest window or under a grow light. Once seedlings have their second set of true leaves, pot them up or move them outdoors after your last frost. Date Palm at a glance Botanical name: Phoenix dactylifera Germination: 14-45 days at 75-85F USDA zones: date-palm Mature size: Any Zone If grown indoors Sunlight: Full Sun (6-8 hours daily) Seeds included: 2-7+ Seeds Frequently asked questions What's included in the Date Palm Seed Starter Grow Kit? Do Date Palm seeds need any special prep? Yes — Date Palm seeds have a hard coat. Nick or sand each seed and soak overnight in warm water before sowing to help them sprout. How long do Date Palm seeds take to germinate? Date Palm seeds typically sprout in 14-45 days at 75-85F when kept warm and evenly moist. Your guide lists the ideal conditions. Can I grow Date Palm indoors, and is it hardy in my area? You start Date Palm indoors in any climate using the kit. Once established it can be moved outdoors in date-palm, or kept in a container in colder regions. What if my seeds don't sprout?