Areca Palm 8 Inch

Chrysalidocarpus lutescens

'Areca' is one of the most widely-used tropical palms for interior design, offering slow-growing, upright to slightly arching, feathery, bright green fronds that emerge from a cluster of thin, yellow, spotted, bamboo-like canes. These plants are bold, eye-catching, and often begin as small tabletop plants enjoying warm, 65 to 75 degree F temperatures year-round and filtered sunlight. This palm is considered non-toxic, pet safe by the ASPCA. Palms are commonly used as floor plants in large living spaces, make excellent "thrillers" in an annual container garden, and can provide shade on a sunny porch or patio over the summer. Combine with other shade-loving tropicals and annuals like Bromeliads, crotons and Begonias planted at its base. Grow in warmer than average household temperatures, 65-85 degrees F. In northeast Ohio, tropical plants can be grown indoors year-round or can be enjoyed outdoors in the summer and returned inside during the winter. Prefers well-drained soil, a 1:1 mix of potting and cactus soil works nicely. Water thoroughly, keeping soil evenly moist to slightly dry between water applications. Supply extra humidity by setting the plant on a shallow tray of moistened pebbles. Fertilize with a slow-release plant food in spring and midsummer, or apply a palm plant food following label instructions. Palms like to be rootbound; only repot when clearly outgrown its container.

• Part Shade to Bright Indirect Light
• 5-10' h x 2-3' w
• Container Garden
• Pleasing Foliage