PALM TREE PLANTS
How to Care for the PALM TREE PLANTS
Overview
Great for turning your home or office space into an indoor oasis, Palm Tree Plants are known to trigger feelings of calm and relaxation due to their association with tropical environments. There are about 2,600 species of this plant, most native to areas such as South America, Asia, and the Caribbean. They are easily distinguished by their large, green fronds, arranged at the top of an unbranched stem. Large, mature palms are often used for outdoor landscaping—think the Palm Tree-lined streets of Los Angeles—and to decorate public spaces, while smaller ones are great for any room in the home.
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Different varieties of Palm Tree Plants have different needs in terms of water, light, and humidity. Despite their tropical nature, there are desert types that will drown if watered too diligently. The star-shaped Chinese Fan Palm, for example, does best in bright, indirect light and requires watering when the top of the soil feels dry. The Parlor Palm, one of the best Palm Tree Plants for indoor care, grows in average indirect or even artificial light. The Ponytail Palm likes full sun and needs watering every one to two weeks. And so on and so forth. It’s best to do some in-depth research into your specific Palm Tree Plant’s care needs to keep it happy and thriving for a long time.
Your Palm Tree Plant is unlikely to flower indoors, but its majestic fronds—which can reach up to ceiling height if you take good care of your plant—will more than make up for it. Keep in mind that it is impossible to prune a Palm Tree Plant from the top as they grow from a central tip. Palm Tree Plants pose no toxic properties, and are safe to have around kids and pets.
Low light
Younger Palm Tree Plants are preferential to bright, indirect light, and will continue to tolerate low-light conditions and even some shade as they age. They may not grow well if exposed to too much direct sunlight. In general, Palm Tree Plants prefer temperatures that do not dip below 50 degrees Fahrenheit. It is, however, worth noting that variants such as the Parlor Palm and Kentia Palm are a little more cold-hardy.
Occasional
Palm Tree Plants have shallow root systems, so disturbing them via repotting could be risky; only do so when they are completely root-bound. These fast growers tend to stretch up—even when grown indoors—so you can slow growth by keeping them somewhat pot-bound. Repotting less means they will grow at a slower rate.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)
on PALM TREE PLANTS
Should I wash my Palm Tree Plant’s leaves?
Washing your Palm Tree Plant’s leaves will help in clearing away dust and pests that may hide among its fronds. This will also increase the humidity levels.
Is it possible to over-prune a Palm Tree Plant?
Because they grow so fast and so high, yes. This is a common mistake that can weaken the plant and even harm it, especially if you consider pruning from the top, which is a no-no as the fronds grow from a central tip. Prune only fully browned leaves to keep your plant alive.
How should I deal with potassium deficiency?
This is a common problem among Palm Tree Plants, visibly evidenced by older leaves beginning to die, starting with the tips. A potassium supplement would be the best solution to this.
