Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Dubai Future Foundation, has directed the expansion of Flame Tree planting across streets, homes, recreational spaces and public parks throughout the emirate.
He shared a video celebrating the Flame Tree – a species known for its branches, foliage and blossoms – which typically blooms each year in May, colouring Dubai through to the end of July.
During a meeting with Dubai Municipality and the Dubai Future Foundation, Sheikh Hamdan said: “In summer, when the Flame Tree blooms in Dubai, it brings life to every home, every majlis, every street, and every park. With it, our city blooms, full of life and beauty.”
Dubai Crown Prince directs expansion of Flame Trees to transform city’s green spaces
He also directed the distribution of the tree’s seedlings to residents wishing to plant the tree in their homes or farms.
The Flame Tree is characterised by its growth in its early years, naturally forming a canopy without the need for extensive care. Its canopy can span up to 15 metres, providing shade and reducing ground temperature beneath it by approximately 5 degrees Celsius.
The tree is suited to Dubai’s hot and humid climate, making it a choice for green spaces across the city. It can be planted in well-drained sandy or clay soil, providing an environment for root growth.
The Flame Tree can live up to 60 years and typically takes around 10 years to reach full maturity, with a height that can reach up to 12 metres.
