{"product_id":"acacia-tree","title":"Acacia Tree","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description: Acacia Tree UAE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring desert elegance to your landscape with the Acacia Tree, one of the most iconic and resilient trees of the UAE. Known for its umbrella-shaped canopy, feathery foliage, and golden-yellow flowers, Acacia is a native Arabian tree that thrives in Dubai’s heat, sand, and sun. Perfect for villas, farms, resorts, and large gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBotanical name: Vachellia tortilis or Acacia arabica, family Fabaceae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon names: Acacia, Samr, Babul, Gum Arabic Tree, Umbrella Thorn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoliage: Fine, fern-like bipinnate leaves. Provides light, dappled shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowers: Clusters of fragrant, round, golden-yellow pom-pom blooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth: Medium to large native tree. Iconic flat-topped, umbrella canopy. Very drought-tolerant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse: Ideal shade tree for UAE landscapes. Excellent for soil stabilization, wildlife habitat, and authentic Arabian garden design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoots: Deep root system. Plant away from pools, walls, and pipes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Acacia from iplants.ae?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcacia is made for the UAE. It handles extreme heat, poor soil, and minimal water better than almost any other tree. Our Acacia trees are nursery-grown and acclimated, ready for transplanting into Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and desert gardens. Adds instant heritage character to any project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs :\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1. Is Acacia a native UAE tree?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Species like Vachellia tortilis, known locally as Samr, are native to the UAE and Arabian Peninsula. It’s perfectly adapted to desert heat and sand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2. Can I plant Acacia in my Dubai villa garden?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, if you have space. It’s a large tree with spreading roots and canopy. Keep it 5–6m away from buildings, pools, and pipes. Ideal for big gardens and farms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e3. How much water does Acacia need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery little after the first year. It’s one of the most drought-tolerant trees in the world. Deep water every 2–3 weeks to establish, then it survives on rainfall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4. Does Acacia tree have thorns?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMost UAE Acacia varieties have sharp thorns on branches. This is natural protection. Wear gloves when pruning and don’t plant near children’s play areas.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e5. How fast does Acacia grow in Dubai?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModerate. With deep watering in the first 1–2 years it can grow 60–90cm per year. Then it slows and becomes extremely tough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e6. Can Acacia grow in a pot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot recommended long term. It’s a large tree with a deep taproot. Best planted directly in ground for health and stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"iPlants","offers":[{"title":"1m","offer_id":48368782115071,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.5m-2m","offer_id":48368782147839,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/7873\/8687\/files\/4dad9389-eb0b-4513-bb2c-e26d9911bc46.jpg?v=1778831036","url":"https:\/\/iplants.ae\/products\/acacia-tree","provider":"iPlants - What is Desert? Let's make our Emirates Green.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}