Outdoor, full sun
Tamarind Tree
AED 250each, 1.2-1.5 M
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- Tamarind Tree, 1.2-1.5 M × 1
- AED 250
- Total
- AED 250
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About this plant
A tamarind tree, 1.2 to 1.5 m, a slow fruit tree with feathery leaves and sour-sweet pods. Full sun; it copes with dry conditions.
The Tamarind Tree (Tamarindus indica) is a long-lived evergreen tree native to tropical Africa and widely grown across South Asia and the Middle East. It has fine, feathery leaves, small yellow and red flowers, and brown pods filled with a sticky, sour-sweet pulp used in cooking, drinks and chutneys.
It is well suited to Dubai. It tolerates intense heat, full sun, dry air and poor, sandy soil once established, and it is fairly wind resistant. It grows slowly at first, and trees grown from seed can take several years before they fruit. Young trees need regular deep watering through their first summers. It does not like waterlogged soil.
It is good as a shade and fruit tree for villa gardens, farms and larger compounds, and it can be kept smaller with pruning. It is sold at 1.2–1.5 m.
- Sizes
- 1.2 cm
- Watering
- Every 2–3 days in summer for young trees, then weekly once established; less in winter
Why people love it
- A slow-growing fruit tree that gives broad, dense shade.
- Feathery leaves and a deep taproot sail through dry weeks.
- It lives for many decades once established.
- Pods can be harvested when ripe.
Light
Full sun
AC
Keep it 1 metre from vents
Pets
Not listed in the ASPCA database (checked under Tamarind and Tamarindus indica). Check with your vet if you have pets.
Worth knowing
- The ASPCA does not list it, so check with a vet if you have pets.
- A young tree adds little height in its first years.
- It can take years to bear fruit.
- It grows very large and needs space.
Why Green Beetle, Not a Nursery
What changes when you buy here instead of collecting from a nursery.
| Compare | Plant Nursery | Green Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Plant quality | Grown outdoors, stressed indoors | Acclimatized for Dubai interiors |
| Before dispatch | Not checked | Checked for damage |
| Repotting | Needed straight away | Fresh soil, not needed |
| Delivery | You collect | Delivered, packed properly |
| After-care | None | WhatsApp help from our team |
Questions about Tamarind Tree? Talk to our team.
Care Guide for Dubai Homes
How to keep Tamarind Tree healthy through the Dubai year.
Light
Full sun. Keep it out of harsh direct afternoon sun in summer.
Watering
Every 2–3 days in summer for young trees, then weekly once established; less in winter. Water when the top 2 to 3 cm of soil feels dry, empty the saucer afterwards, and check the soil before you water: AC slows how fast the plant uses water.
Care notes
Soil: deep, well-draining soil; tolerates sandy and poor ground. Feeding: a balanced fertilizer in spring and late summer for young trees. Common mistake: expecting fruit in the first year or two, when the tree is still establishing. Where it works: villa gardens, farms and compounds as a shade and fruit tree.
AC and air flow
Keep it at least 1 metre from AC vents. Cold air blowing straight onto the leaves dries the edges.
Cleaning the leaves
Dust settles quickly in Dubai homes. Wipe the leaves with a damp cloth every few weeks so they keep taking in light.
Feeding and repotting
Feed once a month from March to October. Repot every 2 years into a pot one size up, or book a Plant Doctor visit and we do it for you.
Pets
Not listed in the ASPCA database (checked under Tamarind and Tamarindus indica). Check with your vet if you have pets.
Need Help Later On?
Book a Plant Doctor visit: our team checks the plant, changes the soil, feeds, prunes and cleans it, and shows you how to keep it healthy.
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Tamarind Tree FAQs
Does tamarind grow well in Dubai?
Yes. It handles heat, sun and dry conditions very well once established.
How long before it produces fruit?
It grows slowly, and it can take several years before a young tree fruits.
How big does it get?
Over many years it can become a large tree, but pruning keeps it at a manageable garden size.
Is it toxic to pets?
It is not listed in the ASPCA database. Check with your vet if you have pets.
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