Khadrawy Date

Common Names: Khadrawy Date, Khadrawi

The Khadrawy Date is a prized variety, celebrated for its exceptionally soft texture and rich, caramel-like sweetness. Unlike some dates, Khadrawy is a 'soft' date that is typically enjoyed fresh and is highly valued for its quality and flavour profile. This palm is a superb choice for those in Perth seeking a productive, high-quality date that handles our warm, arid climate well.

Features:

Ideal height at maturity: 8–15m (Slow growing, but eventually large)

pH growing conditions: 6.0 to 8.0 (Highly tolerant of alkaline and saline soils)

Shade or full sun: Full sun is essential for fruit ripening.

Minimum pot year 5: 100L pot or directly into the ground.

Time to fruit age: 4–8 years from planting (Requires a male pollinator nearby)

The Khadrawy date palm is known for its relatively compact size compared to some other commercial varieties, making it a more manageable choice for larger backyard settings. It produces medium to large fruit that ripen early in the season. For successful fruiting, date palms are dioecious, meaning you need both a male and female plant, or use commercially available pollen, as only the female plant bears fruit. The fruit must also experience high heat for successful ripening.

Interesting Notes:

The name 'Khadrawy' translates roughly to 'green,' which refers to the fruit retaining a slightly greenish tint even when ripe. This cultivar is highly resistant to humidity and rain near harvest, a helpful trait in areas with unpredictable weather. The soft, luscious texture of Khadrawy makes it a favourite for eating straight off the palm.

Limited stock. Pickup from Parkwood, WA. Delivery to Perth Metro only.

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