Cultivation methods and watering precautions of Areca palm (How to grow Areca palm more vigorously)

Areca palm is a large indoor potted green plant, and its plant can be more than two meters high. The vigorous growth of Areca palm is as beautiful as a peacock spreading its tail, and its ornamental value is relatively high.

Areca palm can also purify the air and bring in wealth and fortune. So, how can you grow Areca palm at home to make it more prosperous?

NO1. Growth environment

Areca palm is a tropical plant that prefers a warm, humid, semi-shady environment. The suitable temperature for growth is between 20 and 35 degrees, and it is not very cold-resistant.

The minimum temperature for wintering should be kept above 10 degrees. If it is lower than 5 degrees, frostbite or even death will occur.

When caring for Areca palm in northern regions, because the air humidity is relatively low, we need to wipe the leaves frequently or spray water on the leaves to keep them moist.

NO2, potting soil

Areca palm likes soft, breathable, slightly acidic sandy loam. We can mix leaf mold with peat soil, granular soil, garden soil, and if conditions permit, we can add 10% pine needle soil.

Such soil is loose, breathable, nutritious, well-drained and slightly acidic, which is more conducive to the growth of Areca palm.

NO3. Watering

During the peak growth season of Areca palm, keep the pot soil slightly moist. If the pot soil is dry, water it thoroughly in time, but avoid water accumulation in the pot soil . The water in the pot tray should also be cleaned out in time. In autumn and winter when the temperature is low, keep the pot soil slightly dry and water it thoroughly when it is dry.

Fertilization

Areca palm is a foliage-oriented flower, so nitrogen and potassium fertilizers should be used as the main fertilizers. During the growing season, fertilization once or twice a month is sufficient.

You can use organic fertilizers such as rice washing water, soybean water, or compound fertilizers. No fertilizer is needed when the growth is not vigorous in autumn and winter.

NO4. Pruning

As an indoor ornamental plant, a beautiful plant shape is indispensable, so we should prune the Areca palm regularly. Cut off some yellow, diseased, or torn leaves in time.

When pruning branches and leaves, you can cut off the yellow or diseased parts without removing the entire leaf to ensure the beautiful shape of the plant.

NO5. What kind of flower pot to use

When planting Areca palm in a pot at home, remember to choose a pot with better air permeability . If you are a novice and are afraid of problems, it is best to choose a clay pot for planting.