Areca Palm

Areca palms have smooth, sometimes golden trunks that are reminiscent of bamboo clumps. Their fronds are narrow and full, almost like bamboo leaves. When grown outdoors, they are often used as a privacy screen. These palms are also grown indoors as houseplants. They are best planted in the spring, and they have a slow to moderate growth rate. When grown outdoors, it is important to choose a planting site that has good drainage. Soggy soil can easily cause root rot. When grown indoors as a houseplant, a well-draining container is essential. They require water only when the soil starts to dry out. To keep outdoor palms healthy, its especially important tokeep them hydrated during hot and dry weather conditions. Fertilize indoor and outdoor palms throughout the growing season. These palms don’t need much in the way of pruning or trimming. Wait to remove any dying fronds until they are mostly brown. Fertilize indoor and outdoor palms throughout the growing season. Outdoors, these plants like bright, filtered sunlight, but they also can tolerate full sun. Indoors, areca palms do best with bright light exposure from a south- or west-facing window. So, it can benefit your palm to bring it outdoors in warm weather to be exposed to diffused sunlight.