Water once a week or when the soil starts to become slightly dry at the top. Keep the soil lightly moist at all times, but do not overwater as this will cause brown spots and leaf drop. Curly or dry leaves suggest, the plant is dry and needs watering. Water in the early morning or late evening when temperatures are cooler. Always check your soil before watering.
Light
Bright indoor light or indirect sun. 6 hours to 8 hours
Temperature
Maintain temperatures between 18°C - 24°C. Avoid draughts as these can create undesirable temperature fluctuations. Consider giving your plant an occasional misting twice every week to maintain the optimum humidity level.
Fertilizer
Apply liquid fertilizer once in 15 days when the plant is actively growing. For best results use Folikraft ready to use Indoor Plant Food.
Plant Bio
A member of the Arecaceae palm tree family, the iconic coconut palm can be found growing naturally along tropical coastlines in full sun. The coconut palm has stunning tall green foliage shooting from the coconut shell. This plant will make a big statement but can be described as needy and requires regular care.
Light conditions: will thrive in bright light and can cope with full sun, however do not place right next to a window to avoid extremes of temperature.
Neediness: this is a very needy plant that requires warm temperatures to be maintained and regular misting. Will benefit from regular dusting to keep pores open. Enjoys being placed outside during hot summer months.
Watering: ensure soil is always kept moist but do not soak the plant. Mist every two or three days to maintain high humidity levels.
Ideal location: bathrooms and kitchens, south facing rooms.
Rate of growth: very slow growing. It can take 5 years for a coconut palm to reach 5ft indoors.
Temperature: enjoys being warm, will do best above 21c during day and not below 18c at night.
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