The Ghaf tree (Prosopis cineraria) is the national tree of the UAE, prized for its resilience, natural shade, and low water requirements. Well suited to the Gulf climate, it thrives in sandy, saline soils and requires minimal irrigation once established, making it an ideal choice for sustainable landscaping projects across villas, communities, and commercial developments.
With its broad canopy and fine, feathery foliage, the Ghaf tree provides effective shade while maintaining a natural, indigenous character in any outdoor space. Its deep root system also makes it a stable, long-term planting choice for driveways, gardens, and open landscaped areas.
Akaa Landscape supplies and installs mature and young Ghaf trees as part of complete softscape landscaping packages across the UAE.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Prosopis cineraria |
| Common Name | Ghaf Tree |
| Mature Height | 5–10 metres (site dependent) |
| Canopy Spread | 4–8 metres at maturity |
| Growth Rate | Slow to moderate |
| Soil Type | Sandy, saline-tolerant, well-draining |
| Water Requirement | Low, drought-tolerant once established |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun |
| Available Sizes | Young sapling to semi-mature and mature specimens |
| Custom Sizes Available | Yes, on request |
| Installation | Professional planting with staking and mulch bed |
| Maintenance | Low; periodic pruning and initial-year watering support |
Applications
- Villa and residential garden landscaping
- Driveway and boundary tree planting
- Community and compound green spaces
- Commercial and hospitality landscape projects
- Public parks and roadside greenery
- Shade planting for courtyards and open plots
Key Features
- Native UAE species, fully adapted to the local climate and soil
- Low water and maintenance requirements once established
- Provides natural shade with an authentic, indigenous appearance
- Deep, stable root system suited to long-term landscape planting
- Available in a range of sizes to suit residential and commercial projects
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